On My Journey Now: Looking at African-American History Through the Spirituals
School year: Year 10, Year 8, Year 9
No. of pages 128
Published: 2009
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"On My Journey Now: Looking at African-American History Through the Spirituals" by Nikki Giovanni explores the rich history and cultural significance of African-American spirituals. Through a blend of poetry and storytelling, Giovanni examines the experiences of African-Americans from the time of slavery to the present, connecting their struggles and triumphs to the powerful songs that have echoed through generations. The book reflects on themes of faith, resilience, and hope, illustrating how spirituals served as both a voice of protest and a source of solace. Giovanni’s lyrical prose invites readers to immerse themselves in the profound legacy of these musical expressions. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is aimed at children at US 7th grade+.
This book has been graded for interest at 12 years.
There are 128 pages in this book. This book was published in 2009 by Candlewick Press, U. S. .
Nikki Giovanni is one of the most decorated poets of our time. She is the recipient of seven NAACP Image Awards, a National Book Award, a Caldecott Honor, a Coretta Scott King Award, and a Grammy nomination. She is the author of three New York Times bestsellers as well as many poetry collections for children and adults. You can visit her online at Nikki-Giovanni. com.