Mightier than the Sword

An acclaimed folksinger joins forces with his literary friends in this innovative collaboration of words and music. Containing 14 songs, this album features John McCutcheon and:

Barbara Kingsolver—Our Flag Was Still There
Rita Dove—Claudette Colvin Goes to Work
Lee Smith—Single Girl
Carmen Agra Deedy—La Mujer de Don Miguel
Wendell Berry—Jaber Crow's Silly Song About Jesus

Also included are two previously unpublished songs by Woody Guthrie, completed and arranged by John McCutcheon, and songs inspired by the poetry of Pablo Neruda and José Martí.

This collection of music is sure to draw listeners into the world of literature and ideas, and awaken in them a desire to read more from these talented authors.