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Giovanni, Nikki

On My Journey Now: Looking at African-American History through the Spirituals

116 pp. | Candlewick | March, 2007 | Trade ISBN 978-0-7636-2885-7 $18.99
(4) 4-6 Giovanni begins by describing "The Journey" (Africans being forcibly taken to America) and ends with "Spirituals Today and Tomorrow." Most chapters give some history, then present a spiritual with accompanying analysis of the words. The author's personal passion for spirituals comes through, but her nonlinear approach and constantly shifting focus (history, biographical sketches, personal reflections) make the text scattered. Bib., ind.
Reviewer: Henrietta M. Smith

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