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Chapter Overview
Chapter 1: AudiobookHub Recommendation
Chapter 2: Early American patriots found inspiration to compose their revolutionary songs.
Chapter 3: Harsh nineteenth-century wars drove Native Americans and white settlers to compose poignant music.
Chapter 4: Activists voiced their vision of world without slavery through song.
Chapter 5: Music underscored the struggles and victories of women and Black Americans.
Chapter 6: The Great Depression spawned songs of both hopefulness and profound frustration for many.
Chapter 7: The Vietnam War ignited songs of protest, and of conformity nationwide.
Chapter 8: Elvis Presley and Bruce Springsteen embodied two contrasting visions of America.
Description
Songs of America (2019) explores the music that has shaped American History. From African American spirituals to Elvis Presley’s rock and roll, these blinks shine a light on the music that has defined the progress, defeats and protests of Americans from all walks of life, over the last three centuries.
Who Should Listen
- History buffs looking for a fresh perspective
- Music geeks seeking a deeper understanding of song in America’s political struggles
- Social justice warriors hoping for inspiration