Robeson, Paul 1898-1976
Overview
| Works: | 1,501 works in 3,064 publications in 11 languages and 58,140 library holdings |
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| Genres: | Biography Film adaptations Drama Biographies Excerpts Juvenile works Musicals Songs and music Short films Silent films |
| Subject Headings: | African Americans |
| Roles: | Performer, Actor, Author, Singer, Narrator, Author of introduction, Originator, Honoree, Other, Costume designer, Proofreader, Editor, Interviewee, Vocalist, Composer, Contributor, Dedicatee, Commentator, Conductor, Signer |
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Most widely held works about
Paul Robeson
- Paul Robeson by Martin B Duberman( Book )
- The undiscovered Paul Robeson : an artist's journey, 1898-1939 by Paul Robeson( Book )
- Here I stand by Paul Robeson( Book )
- The politics of Paul Robeson's Othello by Lindsey R Swindall( )
- The crisis of the Negro intellectual by Harold Cruse( Book )
- Eslanda : the large and unconventional life of Mrs. Paul Robeson by Barbara Ransby( )
- Paul Robeson : the artist as revolutionary by Gerald Horne( )
- Paul Robeson by Eloise Greenfield( Book )
- Paul Robeson : a life of activism and art by Lindsey R Swindall( )
- Paul Robeson speaks : writings, speeches, interviews, 1918-1974 by Paul Robeson( Book )
- The whole world in his hands : a pictorial biography of Paul Robeson by Susan Robeson( Book )
- Paul Robeson : artist and citizen by Jeffrey C Stewart( Book )
- Paul Robeson, All-American by Dorothy Butler Gilliam( Book )
- Paul Robeson by Scott Ehrlich( Book )
- Paul Robeson : the life and times of a free Black man by Virginia Hamilton( Book )
- Heavenly bodies : film stars and society by Richard Dyer( Book )
- Paul Robeson : the years of promise and achievement by Sheila Tully Boyle( Book )
- Paul Robeson, citizen of the world by Shirley Graham Du Bois( Book )
- Smart moves : a Toby Peters mystery by Stuart M Kaminsky( Book )
- Paul Robeson and the Cold War performance complex : race, madness, activism by Tony Perucci( )
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Most widely held works by
Paul Robeson
The Emperor Jones by
Eugene O'Neill(
Visual
)
63 editions published between 1933 and 2016 in English and Undetermined and held by 908 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A cunning manipulator takes control of a Caribbean island and declares himself emperor
63 editions published between 1933 and 2016 in English and Undetermined and held by 908 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A cunning manipulator takes control of a Caribbean island and declares himself emperor
Songs of free men by
Paul Robeson(
)
25 editions published between 1942 and 2001 in 5 languages and held by 818 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
25 editions published between 1942 and 2001 in 5 languages and held by 818 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Classic folk music from Smithsonian Folkways(
Recording
)
5 editions published in 2004 in English and held by 463 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
5 editions published in 2004 in English and held by 463 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Celebration of America(
Recording
)
2 editions published in 2002 in English and held by 405 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Presents fourteen patriotic songs in a variety of genres, and includes facts about the history of the U.S., and a trivia question that relates to each selection
2 editions published in 2002 in English and held by 405 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Presents fourteen patriotic songs in a variety of genres, and includes facts about the history of the U.S., and a trivia question that relates to each selection
Rhapsodies in black : music and words from the Harlem Renaissance(
Recording
)
2 editions published in 2000 in English and held by 379 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"The only collection in existence documenting the music, art and literature of the new negro of the Harlem Renaissance featuring digitally restored original recordings as well as new readings of renaissance literature plus a book containing rare previously unpublished photos, artwork and writings."
2 editions published in 2000 in English and held by 379 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"The only collection in existence documenting the music, art and literature of the new negro of the Harlem Renaissance featuring digitally restored original recordings as well as new readings of renaissance literature plus a book containing rare previously unpublished photos, artwork and writings."
Paul Robeson : portraits of the artist(
Visual
)
1 edition published in 2007 in English and held by 372 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"All-American athlete, scholar, renowned baritone, stage actor, and social activist, Paul Robeson ... the son of an escaped slave, managed to become a top-billed movie star during the time of Jim Crow America ... his film legacy lives on and continues to speak eloquently of the long and difficult journey of a courageous and outspoken African-American."--Container
1 edition published in 2007 in English and held by 372 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"All-American athlete, scholar, renowned baritone, stage actor, and social activist, Paul Robeson ... the son of an escaped slave, managed to become a top-billed movie star during the time of Jim Crow America ... his film legacy lives on and continues to speak eloquently of the long and difficult journey of a courageous and outspoken African-American."--Container
Pioneers of African-American cinema(
Visual
)
3 editions published in 2016 in English and held by 319 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Among the most fascinating chapters of film history is that of the so-called "race films" that flourished in the 1920s -'40s. Unlike the "black cast" films produced within the Hollywood studio system, these films not only starred African Americans but were funded, written, produced, edited, distributed, and often exhibited by people of color. Entrepreneurial filmmakers built an industry apart from the Hollywood establishment, cultivating visual and narrative styles that were uniquely their own
3 editions published in 2016 in English and held by 319 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Among the most fascinating chapters of film history is that of the so-called "race films" that flourished in the 1920s -'40s. Unlike the "black cast" films produced within the Hollywood studio system, these films not only starred African Americans but were funded, written, produced, edited, distributed, and often exhibited by people of color. Entrepreneurial filmmakers built an industry apart from the Hollywood establishment, cultivating visual and narrative styles that were uniquely their own
King Solomon's Mines(
Visual
)
44 editions published between 1937 and 2016 in English and Undetermined and held by 319 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Adventurer Allan Quartermain leads a party in search of both a missing English aristocrat and King Solomon's Mines
44 editions published between 1937 and 2016 in English and Undetermined and held by 319 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Adventurer Allan Quartermain leads a party in search of both a missing English aristocrat and King Solomon's Mines
Don't mourn-- organize! : songs of labor songwriter Joe Hill by
Joe Hill(
Recording
)
7 editions published in 1990 in English and held by 315 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Songs, poems, and speeches by or about labor organizer Joe Hill
7 editions published in 1990 in English and held by 315 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Songs, poems, and speeches by or about labor organizer Joe Hill
Show boat by
Jerome Kern(
Visual
)
11 editions published between 1936 and 2014 in English and No Linguistic content and held by 303 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
This is the story of the growth and maturity of Magnolia, a stage star who falls for the dashing riverboat gambler, Gaylord Ravenal
11 editions published between 1936 and 2014 in English and No Linguistic content and held by 303 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
This is the story of the growth and maturity of Magnolia, a stage star who falls for the dashing riverboat gambler, Gaylord Ravenal
Paul Robeson by
Paul Robeson(
Recording
)
43 editions published between 1958 and 2001 in 6 languages and held by 286 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Paul Robeson : a speech recorded in 1957, giving a clear example of his power as a political activist
43 editions published between 1958 and 2001 in 6 languages and held by 286 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Paul Robeson : a speech recorded in 1957, giving a clear example of his power as a political activist
Paul Robeson : essays on his life and legacy by
Joseph Dorinson(
Book
)
3 editions published between 2002 and 2004 in English and held by 270 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
These essays discuss Robeson's significance as a singer, his political activism, his efforts to achieve solidarity between African Americans and Jews, the important role played by his wife, Eslanda Goode Robeson, in his struggles, his founding of the Freedom newspaper during the Korean War, his contemporary relevance, and the way conservative Americans turned against him, refused to discuss him in the press, and tried to silence his voice
3 editions published between 2002 and 2004 in English and held by 270 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
These essays discuss Robeson's significance as a singer, his political activism, his efforts to achieve solidarity between African Americans and Jews, the important role played by his wife, Eslanda Goode Robeson, in his struggles, his founding of the Freedom newspaper during the Korean War, his contemporary relevance, and the way conservative Americans turned against him, refused to discuss him in the press, and tried to silence his voice
Paul Robeson sings "Ol' man river" & other favorites by
Paul Robeson(
Recording
)
13 editions published between 1985 and 1998 in 3 languages and held by 255 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
13 editions published between 1985 and 1998 in 3 languages and held by 255 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
On my journey : Paul Robeson's independent recordings by
Paul Robeson(
Recording
)
10 editions published in 2007 in English and No Linguistic content and held by 254 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
10 editions published in 2007 in English and No Linguistic content and held by 254 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Classic labor songs : from Smithsonian Folkways Recordings(
Recording
)
3 editions published in 2006 in English and held by 253 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
3 editions published in 2006 in English and held by 253 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Show boat by
Jerome Kern(
Recording
)
15 editions published between 1927 and 2002 in English and Undetermined and held by 251 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Promotional records for the 1936 Universal Productions film muisical Show boat. Contains brief musical excerpts dubbed from the soundtrack, interspersed with vocal commentary promoting the film
15 editions published between 1927 and 2002 in English and Undetermined and held by 251 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Promotional records for the 1936 Universal Productions film muisical Show boat. Contains brief musical excerpts dubbed from the soundtrack, interspersed with vocal commentary promoting the film
Emperor Jones by
Eugene O'Neill(
Visual
)
3 editions published between 1987 and 2014 in English and held by 247 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Of all Paul Robeson's eleven starring film performances, by far his most iconic was his breakthrough in the big-screen adaptation of Eugene O'Neill'sThe Emperor Jones (1933). He was already a legend for his stage incarnation of Brutus Jones, a Pullman porter who powers his way to the rule of a Caribbean island, but with this, his first sound-era film role, his regal image was married to his booming voice for eternity. With The Emperor Jones, Robeson became the first African-American leading man in mainstream movies and, he said, gained a deeper understanding of cinema's potential to change racial misconceptions. Previously censored, The Emperor Jones is presented here in its most complete form
3 editions published between 1987 and 2014 in English and held by 247 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Of all Paul Robeson's eleven starring film performances, by far his most iconic was his breakthrough in the big-screen adaptation of Eugene O'Neill'sThe Emperor Jones (1933). He was already a legend for his stage incarnation of Brutus Jones, a Pullman porter who powers his way to the rule of a Caribbean island, but with this, his first sound-era film role, his regal image was married to his booming voice for eternity. With The Emperor Jones, Robeson became the first African-American leading man in mainstream movies and, he said, gained a deeper understanding of cinema's potential to change racial misconceptions. Previously censored, The Emperor Jones is presented here in its most complete form
Edna Ferber's Show Boat by
Jerome Kern(
Visual
)
5 editions published between 1936 and 2014 in English and held by 239 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Presents the 1936 version of Show boat featuring the lives and loves of a Mississippi riverboat troupe in the 1900's (discs 1-2). Disc 3 presents an audio essay by Miles Kreuger, excerpts from the 1929 Universal film version, excerpts from Ziegfeld's 1932 Broadway revival, the short film Life aboard a real showboat, a visual essay of showboats and the history of the musical, radio broadcasts, and audio interviews
5 editions published between 1936 and 2014 in English and held by 239 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Presents the 1936 version of Show boat featuring the lives and loves of a Mississippi riverboat troupe in the 1900's (discs 1-2). Disc 3 presents an audio essay by Miles Kreuger, excerpts from the 1929 Universal film version, excerpts from Ziegfeld's 1932 Broadway revival, the short film Life aboard a real showboat, a visual essay of showboats and the history of the musical, radio broadcasts, and audio interviews
Americana : the American dream(
)
3 editions published between 2005 and 2009 and held by 236 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
3 editions published between 2005 and 2009 and held by 236 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The magic of Christmas : nostalgic songs and carols(
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2 editions published in 2009 in English and held by 234 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
2 editions published in 2009 in English and held by 234 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
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Related Identities
- Duberman, Martin B. Author
- Swindall, Lindsey R. 1977- Author
- Robeson, Eslanda Goode 1896-1965 Other Performer Author Actor Costume designer Photographer
- Shakespeare, William 1564-1616 Author
- Othello (Fictitious character from Shakespeare)
- Robeson, Paul Jr 1927-2014 Interviewee Author
- Brown, Lawrence 1893-1972 Singer Arranger Performer Instrumentalist Author
- Wright, Richard 1908-1960 Author Lyricist
- Einstein, Albert 1879-1955
- Hansberry, Lorraine 1930-1965
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Actors African American actors African American anthropologists African American arts African American athletes African American authors African American intellectuals African American political activists African Americans African Americans--Civil rights African American singers African Americans--Intellectual life African Americans--Politics and government Blacks--Civil rights Einstein, Albert, Fame Ferber, Edna, Folk songs Folk songs, English Garland, Judy Hansberry, Lorraine, Harlem Renaissance Monroe, Marilyn, Moore, Richard B.--(Richard Benjamin) Motion picture actors and actresses--Public opinion Motion pictures--Social aspects Musicals Musicals--Excerpts Musicals--Librettos O'Neill, Eugene, Operas--Excerpts, Arranged Oratorios--Excerpts, Arranged Peters, Toby (Fictitious character) Political activists Political and social views Political ballads and songs Popular music Private investigators Robeson, Eslanda Goode, Robeson, Paul, Robeson, Susan, Singers Songs (Low voice) with orchestra Songs (Low voice) with piano Spirituals (Songs) United States West Indies Women anthropologists Working class Wright, Richard,
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Alternative Names
Paul Robeson
Paul Robeson acteur, athlète, chanteur et écrivain américain
Paul Robeson americký herec, zpěvák a aktivista
Paul Robeson Amerikaans acteur
Paul Robeson amerikansk skådespelare, sångare och advokat
Paul Robeson amerikansk skodespelar, songar og advokat
Paul Robeson amerikansk skuespiller, sanger og advokat
Paul Robeson amerykański koszykarz
Paul Robeson attore, cestista e cantante statunitense
Paul Robeson basquetebolista estadunidense
Paul Robeson pemeran laki-laki asal Amerika Serikat
Paul Robeson US-amerikanischer Schauspieler, Sänger, Sportler, Autor und Bürgerrechtler
Robeson, Paul Leroy 1898-1976
Robeson, Paul LeRoy Bustill
Robson, Polʹ
Robson, Polʹ 1898-1976
Robsonas Polis
Поль Робсон
Робсон П.
Робсон Поль
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פול רובסון
פול רובסון שחקן אמריקאי
רובסון, פול
רובסון, פול 1898-1976
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پل رابسون بازیگر، خواننده، و وکیل آمریکایی
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পল ৰ'বচন
ਪਾਲ ਰਾਬਸਨ
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ロブスン, ポール
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