robeson, paul

A biography of the world famous actor and singer who lost much of his popularity when he became a champion of communism.

Author David K. Wright tells the story of an exceptional entertainer who devoted his life to the causes of civil rights and equality. Paul Robeson, born 1898, was a two-time All-American football player and a law-school graduate in an era that offered few opportunities for African-Americans. He went on to win international acclaim as a singer and actor, breaking through barriers both on stage and in his life. Robeson refused to compromise his integrity or to be told what African-Americans could or could not do. Robeson's career as a singer and actor suffered when the U.S. government accused him of being a communist.

A biography of African-American performing artist Paul Robeson, drawing upon personal observations, interviews with relatives and schoolmates, and other information sources to present details of Robeson's early life, from his birth in Princeton to the beginnings of his artistic career.

Presents an annotated collection of the writings and speeches of Paul Robeson that reveal the extent of the singer's thoughts and activities on behalf of African and African-American people; and includes a selection of newspaper reports and interviews.

A biography of the African-American man who became a famous singer, actor, and spokesman for equal rights for his people.

When a group of young African-American children learn about Paul Robeson from one of the neighborhood "elders," they decide to reclaim the town theater in order to celebrate Robeson's life.

A group of young African-American children learn about Paul Robeson from one of the neighborhood elders, and decide to reclaim the town theater in order to celebrate Robeson's life.

Examines the life of the twentieth-century African-American singer and actor who spoke out against racism and injustice.

Biography of the actor and singer recognized the world over for his interpretations of various operatic roles.