Ballad of an American A Graphic Biography of Paul Robeson
Ballad of an American: A Graphic Biography of Paul Robeson by Sharon Rudahl is a unique exploration of the life of Paul Robeson, published by Rutgers University Press on October 16, 2020. This 141-page graphic biography presents Robeson’s multifaceted career as a singer, actor, scholar, athlete, and activist, highlighting his global influence and the challenges he faced despite his fame. The narrative captures his role as a symbol of a multicultural American democracy during a time of significant social and political upheaval.
Readers will find beautifully illustrated chapters that detail Robeson’s contributions to anti-colonialism, internationalism, and human rights. The book also addresses his involvement in the civil rights and antiwar movements, reflecting his hopes for future generations. This edition not only serves as an engaging introduction to Robeson’s legacy but also emphasizes the lasting impact of his work in both the arts and politics, making it accessible to a wide audience, including those unfamiliar with his story.
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The first-ever graphic biography of Paul Robeson, Ballad of an American, charts Robeson’s career as a singer, actor, scholar, athlete, and activist who achieved global fame. Through his films, concerts, and records, he became a potent symbol representing the promise of a multicultural, multiracial American democracy at a time when, despite his stardom, he was denied personal access to his many audiences.
Robeson was a major figure in the rise of anti-colonialism in Africa and elsewhere, and a tireless campaigner for internationalism, peace, and human rights. Later in life, he embraced the civil rights and antiwar movements with the hope that new generations would attain his ideals of a peaceful and abundant world. Ballad of an American features beautifully drawn chapters by artist Sharon Rudahl, a compelling narrative about his life, and an afterword on the lasting impact of Robeson’s work in both the arts and politics. This graphic biography will enable all kinds of readers—especially newer generations who may be unfamiliar with him—to understand his life’s story and everlasting global significance.
Ballad of an American: A Graphic Biography of Paul Robeson is published in conjunction with Rutgers University’s centennial commemoration of Robeson’s 1919 graduation from the university.
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