God’s Trombones
James Weldon Johnson
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God’s Trombones
by James Weldon Johnson, James Johnson, Ensemble cast
Published
1927
Publisher
The Viking Press
Pages
90
Description
The inspiring sermon-poems of James Weldon Johnson. James Weldon Johnson was a leading figure of the Harlem Renaissance, and one of the most revered African Americans of all time, whose life demonstrated the full spectrum of struggle and success. In God's Trombones, one of his most celebrated works, inspirational sermons of African American preachers are reimagined as poetry, reverberating with the musicality and splendid eloquence of the spirituals. This classic collection includes "Listen Lord (A Prayer)," "The Creation," "The Prodigal Son," "Go Down Death (A Funeral Sermon)," "Noah Built the Ark," "The Crucifixion," "Let My People Go," and "The Judgment Day."
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in God’s Trombones?
This edition of God’s Trombones has approximately 90 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read God’s Trombones?
For most readers, God’s Trombones typically takes between 1h 53m and 1h 15m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 22,500 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 1h 30m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 3 days • Estimated word count: 22,500 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of God’s Trombones?
The estimated word count for God’s Trombones is approximately 22,500 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of God’s Trombones?
God’s Trombones was written by James Weldon Johnson, James Johnson, Ensemble cast.
When was God’s Trombones published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1927. The original work may have been published on a different date.