The National and Religious Song Reader: Patriotic, Traditional, and Sacred Songs from Around the World

Presents some 120 brief, informal yet scholarly essays on national, patriotic, and religious songs from the US and other countries, relating facts and humorous anecdotes about each song and discussing its historical context and its influence on popular culture. Contains sections on national and patriotic songs from the US, national songs from other countries, general hymns from the 17th through the 20th centuries, and songs for events associated with religion. Paper edition (unseen), ＄14.95, 1-56023-892-5. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.