A biography of the renowned gospel singer who hoped that her art would further the cause of civil rights for African Americans.
Bibliography
Includes discography (page 118), bibliographical references (page 125) and index.
Contents
"I been 'buked and I been scorned" -- A small girl with a big voice -- A new start -- A "fish-and-bread" singer -- "Move on up a little higher" -- A turning point -- Civil rights, television, and the movies -- Traveling to the Holy Land -- Love and loss -- A star that continues to shine.
