Böcker av William C Blades

This volume collects a rich and varied assortment of poems and songs from the African American tradition. Ranging from the spirituals of the plantation to the lively melodies of the camp meeting, these works offer a powerful and moving testament to the enduring spirit and creativity of the black community. With its informative historical introduction and illuminating notes on each poem, this volume is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history of African American culture and literature.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.