Amazing Grace

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"A solid and well-researched effort about this famous, often-sung song." * Library Journal * "His affection for his subject is contagious and his engagement comprehensive, and his account is full of fascinating detail." * Wall Street Journal * "Walvin's book is a testament to his excellence as a historian. . . . [He] gives us a meaningful survey of a beloved hymn that is well worth the reader's time. It would be of interest especially for those curious about the confluence of history, social change and religion. . . . Amazing Grace delivers an insightful look at the perennial appeal of a cherished classic." * National Catholic Reporter * "A short but fascinating book." * The Economist * "The author's research and writing are powerful and compelling. If you're interested in musical history, religion, and both the human and American experience, Amazing Grace sums up much of our complex, ever-evolving story." * 1776Books.net * "A compelling story of a hymn rescued from the horror of slavery to become 'a bold assertion for humanity'-a song about forgiveness that ends up travelling its own arc of redemption. Indeed, in the author's hands, "Amazing Grace" lands firmly on the right side of history." * Times Literary Supplement * "It's a nice story and it is nicely told by John Walvin" * The Interim * "Walvin's succinct and lucid cultural history explains how it is that a hymn - first penned in a small rural village in 18th-century England, by a former slave-ship captain no less - could come to have such universal familiarity. . . . Engrossing." * Post and Courier * "A short but fascinating book." * Economist * "Strong, accessible, and engaging." * Folk Music Journal * "This elegantly written book will appeal to diverse audiences." * Family and Community Historical Research Society Newsletter *