The Gift of Black Folk: The Negroes in the Making of America by W. E. B. Du Bois

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Author Du Bois, W. E. B. (William Edward Burghardt), 1868-1963
Author of introduction, etc. McSweeney, Edward F. (Edward Francis), 1864-
LoC No. 24017975
Title The Gift of Black Folk: The Negroes in the Making of America
Contents The Black explorers -- Black labor -- Black soldiers -- The emancipation of democracy -- The reconstruction of freedom -- The freedom of womanhood -- The American folk song -- Negro art and literature -- The gift of the spirit.
Credits Nick Wall and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Summary "The Gift of Black Folk: The Negroes in the Making of America" by W. E. B. Du Bois is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the significant yet often overlooked contributions of Black Americans to the development and fabric of American society, making a case for their essential role in shaping the nation. It examines various aspects such as labor, cultural influence, and social contributions throughout American history. At the start of the work, the author presents a powerful foreword that sets the tone for a reevaluation of American history. Du Bois argues against the common narrative that attributes the creation of America solely to European influence, emphasizing the integral role of the Black population. He highlights various ways Black individuals have shaped America since its inception, from exploration and labor to cultural contributions, urging readers to recognize and appreciate the rich legacy of Black Americans in the nation's history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class E151: History: America: United States
Subject African Americans -- History
Subject United States -- Race relations
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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