Download or read book American Folksongs of Protest written by John Greenway and published by Literary Licensing, LLC. This book was released on 1953 with total page 366 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: American Folk Songs of Protest is a comprehensive collection of traditional American folk songs that were written and performed during times of social and political unrest. Compiled by John Greenway, a renowned folklorist and musicologist, this book features over 50 songs that were sung by activists, laborers, and ordinary people during the 19th and 20th centuries.The songs in this collection cover a wide range of topics, from the struggles of the working class to the fight for civil rights and social justice. Some of the most iconic protest songs of all time are included, such as ""This Land Is Your Land"" by Woody Guthrie, ""We Shall Overcome"" by Pete Seeger, and ""Blowin' in the Wind"" by Bob Dylan.Each song is accompanied by a brief introduction that provides historical context and explains the song's significance. The book also includes sheet music and lyrics for each song, as well as notes on the song's origins and variations.American Folk Songs of Protest is a valuable resource for anyone interested in American history, folk music, or social justice movements. With its rich collection of songs and insightful commentary, this book provides a unique window into the struggles and triumphs of the American people.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.