Amazing Grace

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A Cultural History of the Beloved Hymn

By James Walvin

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Amazing Grace by James Walvin delves into the history of the transatlantic slave trade and its eventual abolition. The book explores the pivotal role of the hymn "Amazing Grace" and its association with the abolitionist movement. Through a historical lens, it highlights the societal changes and influential figures that contributed to this significant turning point in history.
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This book may appeal to you if you're interested in exploring the historical, cultural, and social impact of a powerful hymn that has touched countless lives. It delves into the song's origins, its role in key historical events, such as the abolition of slavery, and its enduring global resonance.

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A fascinating journey through the history of Amazing Grace, one of the transatlantic world's most popular hymns and a powerful anthem for humanity.

Sung in moments of personal isolation or on state occasions watched by millions, Amazing Grace has become an unparalleled anthem for humankind. How did a simple Christian hymn, written in a remote English vicarage in 1772, come to hold such sway over millions in all corners of the modern world? With this short, engaging cultural history, James Walvin offers an explanation.

The greatest paradox is that the author of Amazing Grace, John Newton, was a former Liverpool slave captain. Walvin follows the song across the Atlantic to track how it became part of the cause for abolition and galvanized decades of movements and trends in American history and popular culture. By the end of the twentieth century, Amazing Grace was performed in Soweto and Vanuatu, by political dissidents in China, and by Kikuyu women in Kenya. No other song has acquired such global resonance as Amazing Grace, and its fascinating history is well worth knowing.

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Amazing Grace by James Walvin is praised as a well-researched and comprehensive examination of the iconic hymn, celebrated for its detailed and engaging narrative. Critics note Walvin's passion for the subject, highlighting the book's insightful exploration of the song's historical and social significance. It appeals particularly to those interested in music history, religion, and the intersection of these with broader societal changes.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780520391826

Publisher: University of California Press

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 31 October 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: University of California Press

Audience: Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 25.0mm

Width: 140.0mm

Height: 210.0mm

Weight: 363g

Pages: 216

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History & Military James Walvin Non-Fiction Religion & Spirituality

About the Author

James Walvin is Professor of History Emeritus at the University of York. He has published widely on slavery and modern social history. His most recent book is A World Transformed: Slavery in the Americas and the Origins of Global Power.

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