Publisher's Synopsis
""Deep River: An Interpretation of Negro Spirituals"" is a book written by Howard Thurman that explores the history and significance of African American spirituals. The book delves into the origins of these songs, which were created by enslaved Africans in America as a way to express their faith and cope with the hardships of slavery. Thurman offers his own interpretation of the spirituals, analyzing their lyrics and exploring their themes of liberation, hope, and perseverance. He also examines the role of spirituals in the Civil Rights Movement and their enduring impact on American culture. Through his thoughtful analysis and personal reflections, Thurman illuminates the power and beauty of these timeless songs.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
