Paul Robeson Speaks: Writings, Speeches, and Interviews, a Centennial Celebration [Paperback]

Paul Robeson (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 1, 2002

Many remember Paul Robeson for his magnificent singing voice and acting ability. But how many are aware that Robeson wrote and spoke about African culture? Thirty years before "black is beautiful", he described his pride in being Negro. Paul Robeson Speaks is a stirring, illustrated collection of speeches, writings, interviews, and press reports by a man whose thoughts and writings contributed greatly to African culture and Black pride.

Product Details

• Paperback: 644 pages
• Publisher: Citadel (March 1, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0806508159
• ISBN-13: 978-0806508153
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 6.1 x 1.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,277,497 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Give this man some due, January 31, 2003

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Mr. Burns "In The Spirit of Ned Christie" (Oklahoma) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Paul Robeson Speaks: Writings, Speeches, and Interviews, a Centennial Celebration (Paperback)

What can I say? Paul Robeson put his money where his mouth is. He gave up millions for what he believed in and stood his ground. He fought for Black freedom and also took up the cause for poor whites and workers. Whether you agree with him or not, this man is one of America's greatest heroes! It is amazing how his life and contributions are overlooked. Buy this book and read about a great American hero.

2 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Robeson is one of my favorite proponents of communism!, March 20, 2004

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Cicero Brian (Brewster, NY United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Paul Robeson Speaks: Writings, Speeches, and Interviews, a Centennial Celebration (Paperback)

If you can't believe the websites of Rutgers and Princeton Univiersities, and just have to read it for yourself, this is the book for you. Just being able to read Mr. Robeson's beautiful ode to one of last century's most influential world leaders, Joe Stalin, is worth the price of the book! I'm tickled pink (or should I say "red") that the United States Postal Service has done their homework and honored Mr. Robeson with his own postage stamp!!