The Negro And His Songs A Study Of Typical Negro Songs In The South

""The Negro And His Songs: A Study Of Typical Negro Songs In The South"" is a non-fiction book written by Howard W. Odum. The book is a comprehensive study of the traditional songs of African Americans in the Southern United States. The author examines the history, origins, and meanings of these songs, which include spirituals, work songs, and blues. Odum also explores the cultural and social significance of these songs, and how they reflect the experiences and struggles of African Americans in the South. The book includes lyrics and musical notation for many of the songs, as well as illustrations and photographs. Overall, ""The Negro And His Songs"" is an important work of scholarship that sheds light on the rich musical traditions of African Americans in the South.Landmark Work In African-American Studies And In The Field Of Ethnomusicology, Co-Written By A Major Figure In The Writing Of The History Of The Southern United States.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.