Say It Plain: A Century of Great African American Speeches
by Catherine Ellis (editor), Stephen Smith (editor)
Description
This compelling anthology gathers a century of powerful African American speeches, tracing changing ideas about freedom, equality, identity, justice, and community. From calls for education and self-determination to landmark voices of the civil rights era and beyond, the collection reveals the evolving struggle for social and political change through the words of those who shaped it. Thoughtful introductions and historical context illuminate each selection, while accompanying CDs feature digitally remastered recordings that preserve the speakers’ cadence, conviction, and emotional force. Together, the written texts and original audio offer an immersive portrait of African American history and oratory.
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paperback
New Press
Published Jan 15, 2007
288 pages
ISBN: 9781595581266
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Details
First Published
2005
Language
eng
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