Paul Robeson

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Paul Robeson (April 9, 1898 - January 23, 1976) was an American concert bass-baritone, athlete, actor and political activist. Born in Princeton, New Jersey he was educated at Rutgers College and Columbia University Law School. After briefly practicing as a lawyer he left the trade due to racism and instead pursued a career in acting and singing. He is best remembered for singing the song “Ol’ Man River” from the Jerome Kern and Oscar Hammerstein II musical Showboat.

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Paul Robeson

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for Lucius Fox in Batman 1919-1939

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Batman 1919-1939

1919-1939 was a time of unprecedented change - this book captures it all for posterity in a series of stunning pictures. From the 'war to end all wars' to the crash of the stock market; from enforcement of prohibition to the rise of the celebrity gangster. This book collects the years of research following the Dark Knight and the colourful characters that for a short period would dominate the headlines. As you flick through its pages and ponder over its captivating images, you will see the world that would create a place like Gotham City, and the people who put on masks to protect it.

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Paul Robeson

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Batman 1919-1939

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