A Social History Of The American Negro: Being A History Of The Negro Problem In The United States (1921) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781164199595)

""A Social History of the American Negro: Being a History of the Negro Problem in the United States"" is a historical account of the African American experience in the United States, written by Benjamin Griffith Brawley and first published in 1921. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of the social, economic, and political factors that have shaped the lives of African Americans from the time of slavery to the early 20th century.Brawley begins by examining the origins of slavery in America and the ways in which it impacted the lives of African Americans. He then traces the development of the abolitionist movement and the eventual emancipation of slaves after the Civil War. The book also explores the challenges faced by African Americans during the Reconstruction era, including the rise of segregation and the suppression of voting rights.Throughout the book, Brawley emphasizes the contributions of African Americans to American society, from the arts and literature to politics and the military. He also discusses the role of prominent African American leaders such as Frederick Douglass, Booker T. Washington, and W.E.B. Du Bois in the struggle for civil rights.Overall, ""A Social History of the American Negro"" provides a detailed and nuanced account of the African American experience in the United States, offering valuable insights into the complex issues of race and social justice that continue to shape American society today.Including A History And Study Of The Republic Of Liberia.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Benjamin Griffith Brawley
ISBN-10: 1164199595
ISBN-13: 9781164199595
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 440
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.29lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.89d