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Keeping the Faith: Stories of Love, Courage, Healing, and Hope from Black America [Paperback]

Tavis Smiley (Author)
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January 6, 2004
In Keeping the Faith, nationally acclaimed author and commentator Tavis Smiley, host of NPR’s The Tavis Smiley Show, weaves stories of over one hundred African Americans into a rich tapestry of intimate testimonies about life, love, and inner strength. In Smiley’s affirming collection, black Americans from all walks of life join with well known figures such as Iyanla Vanzant, Cornel West, and Danny Glover to offer insights about the moments that challenged them to learn, the teachers who inspired them to grow, and the sources of hope and courage they draw on in their daily lives. Certain to be of abiding value to readers everywhere, Keeping the Faith offers rich lessons about loss and healing, wisdom and fulfillment, perseverance and the wellsprings of joy.

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“A stirring celebration of the abiding and profound spirituality that nurtures and sustains so much of the African-American community, Keeping the Faith is a book of affirmation and inspiration for all.” —Black Book Network

“[Smiley] wants folks, particularly those in the black community, to be enlightened, encouraged and empowered. . . . Keeping the Faith stays true to his crusade.” —The Dallas Morning News

“Powerful [and] inspirational.” —Jet

Keeping the Faith will bring readers a sense of joy and a renewed appreciation for the gift of life.” —Chicago Defender

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In Keeping the Faith, nationally acclaimed author and commentator Tavis Smiley, host of NPR?s The Tavis Smiley Show, weaves stories of over one hundred African Americans into a rich tapestry of intimate testimonies about life, love, and inner strength. In Smiley?s affirming collection, black Americans from all walks of life join with well known figures such as Iyanla Vanzant, Cornel West, and Danny Glover to offer insights about the moments that challenged them to learn, the teachers who inspired them to grow, and the sources of hope and courage they draw on in their daily lives. Certain to be of abiding value to readers everywhere, Keeping the Faith offers rich lessons about loss and healing, wisdom and fulfillment, perseverance and the wellsprings of joy.

Product Details

  • Paperback: 288 pages
  • Publisher: Anchor (January 6, 2004)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0385721692
  • ISBN-13: 978-0385721691
  • Product Dimensions: 5.2 x 0.6 x 8 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 7.5 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,078,813 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

 

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A good book! I read it and passed it on to a relative who recommended it to her book club.
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