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Steve Turner
Steve Turner is a writer with a special interest in music history and its cultural impact. His book Amazing Grace explores the story behind the enduring hymn. Turner's writing offers a clear look at his subjects.
Amazing Grace
Synopsis
Discover the incredible journey of "Amazing Grace," from its origins with former slave trader John Newton in 18th-century England to its global impact today. This book traces the hymn's evolution through centuries, continents, and cultures, exploring its spread from African captivity to American spirituality. Through interviews with recording artists, it examines how this powerful song became a gospel, folk, and pop standard, recorded by diverse musicians from Elvis Presley to Destiny's Child.