Born to Be
Born to Be by Taylor Gordon, published by Chosho Publishing on December 12, 2022, is a 262-page autobiography that chronicles the life of one of America’s prominent Negro spiritual singers. The narrative begins with Gordon’s early days as a page in a Montana resort and unfolds through his diverse experiences, including his time as a Pullman porter and his years with the Ringling Brothers circus. The book captures the essence of his journey to becoming a celebrated exponent of Negro spirituals, detailing the unique and interesting events that shaped his life.
Readers will find a vivid account of Gordon’s rise to success, enriched by his engaging storytelling style. The autobiography includes insights from Muriel Draper and Carl Van Vechten, who provide context based on their long-standing friendship with the author. Additionally, the book features illustrations by Covarrubias, known for his depictions of African American culture. Born to Be offers a glimpse into the cultural and regional influences that have impacted Gordon’s life and career, making it a noteworthy addition to the genres of biography and cultural history.
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In BORN TO BE one of America’s foremost Negro spiritual-singers has written a real American autobiography. Starting with the days when he was a page in a questionable Montana resort, Mr. Gordon gives the story of his life. His experiences as a Pullman porter, his years with the Ringling Brothers circus, and hundreds of other interesting and unusual things that happened to him, all lead up to his great success in the last few years. Accepted as one of the finest exponents of Negro spirituals, Mr. Gordon has gone from one triumph to another. In London he was lionized by society, fraternized with nobility, and met all the writers, critics, painters and musicians of importance. Mr. Gordon tells his story in a racy, spicy, gamey vernacular that swings you along irresistibly.
Muriel Draper in her Introduction, and Carl Van Vechten in his Foreword, sketch in the intimate and personal background, based on their long friendship with Mr. Gordon, and Covarrubias, famous for his pictures of Negroes, has caught the spirit of the book as no other artist could have done.
BORN TO BE is one of the most amusing and smartest books of the season.
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