Description: Lift Every Voice And Sing by James Weldon Johnson Book, 1993. Walker Publishing Company. Illustrations by Elizabeth Catlett. Introduction by Jim Haskins. The poem, “Lift Every Voice And Sing” was written by James Weldon Johnson in 1900. His brother, J Rosamond Johnson wrote the music which created a hymn. Johnson wrote “Lift Every Voice And Sing” in honor of Booker T Washington. It was first performed by school children at a celebration for the birthday of Abraham Lincoln on February, 12th, 1900. Also known as the “Black National Anthem”, it is a source of inspiration and pride for African Americans. VG+ condition. Thanks for looking! Malik
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Publication Year: 1993
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Book Title: Lift Every Voice And Sing
Illustrator: Elizabeth Catlett
Author: James Weldon Johnson
Features: Dust Jacket, Illustrated
Publisher: Walker Publishing Company
Genre: History, Art & Culture, Music
Topic: African American Hymn
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Edition: First Edition
