Marian Anderson

Written by Victoria Garrett Jones

Part of the Sterling Biographies series

A singer defies racial barriers, making history with a powerful performance at the Lincoln Memorial.

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124 pages· 22,696 words· Est. 2.5 hour read· NC1210L

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Bookroo's summary

Marian Anderson's voice captivated audiences, but her true strength lay in her fight against racial injustice. As the first African-American to break multiple musical barriers, she faced a pivotal moment in 1939 when banned from Washington's Constitution Hall. Undeterred, Marian sang for 75,000 at the Lincoln Memorial, a performance that echoed her soul's colorless beauty. Journey from Philadelphia's humble streets to the world's grandest stages in this inspiring tale of resilience and triumph.

From the publisher

Marian Anderson s majestic voice mesmerized the nationbut her courage in confronting racism was equally inspirational. When I sing, she stated, I want them to see my soul. And that is colorless. Anderson became the first African-American to record spirituals for a major recording company; the first to perform as a soloist at the Philharmonic Society s Academy of Music; and the first to appear on the stage of the exalted Metropolitan Opera House. In 1939, when she was banned from singing in Washington s Constitution Hall, Marian made history by performing for a crowd of 75,000 at the Lincoln Memorial. Victoria Garrett Jones (“Sterling Biographies: Eleanor Roosevelt: A Courageous Spirit”) tells Anderson s remarkable story, which travels from Philadelphia s poorest neighborhood to the world s finest concert stages.”

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