The Negro
The Negro is a non-fiction book by W. E. B. Du Bois, was first published in 1915. It is a collection of essays, some of which were previously published in various magazines, that explores the history, culture, and experiences of African Americans in the United States. The book is divided into several sections, including "The Negro in the South," "The Negro in the North," "The Negro and Education," "The Negro and the Law," and "The Negro and Social Reconstruction." Throughout the book, Du Bois argues for equal rights and opportunities for African Americans and critiques the systemic racism and discrimination they face. He also discusses the role of African American leaders and organizations in advocating for change and progress. "The Negro" is a seminal work in African American literature and remains relevant in contemporary discussions about race and social justice.
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The Negro
The Negro is a non-fiction book by W. E. B. Du Bois, was first published in 1915. It is a collection of essays, some of which were previously published in various magazines, that explores the history, culture, and experiences of African Americans in the United States. The book is divided into several sections, including "The Negro in the South," "The Negro in the North," "The Negro and Education," "The Negro and the Law," and "The Negro and Social Reconstruction." Throughout the book, Du Bois argues for equal rights and opportunities for African Americans and critiques the systemic racism and discrimination they face. He also discusses the role of African American leaders and organizations in advocating for change and progress. "The Negro" is a seminal work in African American literature and remains relevant in contemporary discussions about race and social justice.
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The Negro

The Negro

by W. E. B. Du Bois
The Negro

The Negro

by W. E. B. Du Bois

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The Negro is a non-fiction book by W. E. B. Du Bois, was first published in 1915. It is a collection of essays, some of which were previously published in various magazines, that explores the history, culture, and experiences of African Americans in the United States. The book is divided into several sections, including "The Negro in the South," "The Negro in the North," "The Negro and Education," "The Negro and the Law," and "The Negro and Social Reconstruction." Throughout the book, Du Bois argues for equal rights and opportunities for African Americans and critiques the systemic racism and discrimination they face. He also discusses the role of African American leaders and organizations in advocating for change and progress. "The Negro" is a seminal work in African American literature and remains relevant in contemporary discussions about race and social justice.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9783988264404
Publisher: Otbebookpublishing
Publication date: 04/30/2023
Series: Classics To Go
Sold by: Bookwire
Format: eBook
Pages: 159
File size: 2 MB

About the Author

About The Author
W.E.B. Du Bois (1868–1963), also known as William Edward Burghardt Du Bois, was a prolific writer, scholar and civil rights activist. He was born in Massachusetts to a family of mixed African and European ancestry. Du Bois attended an integrated primary school before enrolling in Fisk Universityin Nashville, Tennessee. He was encouraged to pursue higher education, which inspired him to empower other Black people. Du Bois’ storied legacy includes becoming the first African American to receive a Ph.D. from Harvard University, as well as co-founder of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP).

Table of Contents

Preface21
IAfrica23
IIThe Coming of Black Men33
IIIEthiopia and Egypt43
IVThe Niger and Islam59
VGuinea and Congo73
VIThe Great Lakes and Zymbabwe89
VIIThe War of Races at Land's End101
VIIIAfrican Culture113
IXThe Trade in Men147
XThe West Indies and Latin America163
XIThe Negro in the United States183
XIIThe Negro Problems225
Suggestions for Further Reading235
Index247
Maps
The Physical Geography of Africa22
Ancient Kingdoms of Africa100
Races in Africa112
Distribution of Negro Blood, Ancient and Modern233
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