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Voices of Black America

By: William Shaman - editor
Narrated by: Booker T. Washington,Langston Hughes,Paul Lawrence Dunbar,Charley Case,James Weldon Johnson
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Publisher's summary

This unique collection, compiled especially for Naxos AudioBooks, features original recordings from 1908 to 1947 of Booker T. Washington's "Atlanta Exposition Address", the poetry of Paul Laurence Dunbar and Langston Hughes, the rarely heard humour of Charley Case, readings from "God's Trombones" by James Weldon Johnson, and much more.

©2002 NAXOS AudioBooks Ltd. (P)2002 NAXOS AudioBooks Ltd.

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Authentic Voices

What made the experience of listening to Voices of Black America the most enjoyable?

I've read the speeches, poetry, and stories many years ago and intermittently since college. When I saw this offering I wanted to hear the readings which were very well done. The content is as always my experience and history.

Have you listened to any of Booker T. Washington and Langston Hughes ’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

No, I've not had the opportunity prior, so this was a special treat.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

It made me get still and reflect on how much has changed in America and yet how much is so much the same tragically.

Any additional comments?

I recommend this to anyone who wants to familiarize themselves with these great thinkers, writers, and speakers.

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Amazing

As a Black American this book was like a glimpse into my own history

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Great Past Black Orators and Poets

Loved this old black history that tells and gives a wonderful look into the past.

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