W. E. B. Du Bois was one of the most prolific African American authors; scholars; and leaders of the twentieth century; but none of his previous biographies have so practically and comprehensively introduced the man and his impact on American history as noted historian Shawn Alexander's W. E. B. Du Bois: An American Intellectual and Activist. Alexander tells Du Bois’ story in a clear and concise manner; exploring his racial strategy; civil rights activity; journalistic career; and his role as an international spokesman. The book also captures Du Bois’s life as a historian; sociologist; artist; propagandist; and peace activist; while providing space for the voices of his chief critics: Booker T. Washington; Marcus Garvey; Walter White; the Young Turks of the NAACP—not to mention the federal government’s characterization of his ever-radicalizing beliefs; particularly after World War II. Alexander’s analysis traces the development of Du Bois' thought over time; beginning with his formative years in New England and ending with his death in Ghana. Paying significantly more attention to the many pivotal and previously unexamined intellectual moments in his life; this biography illustrates the experiences that helped bend and mold the indispensable thinker that W.E.B. Du Bois became: the kind whose crowning achievement is his continued relevance in contemporary culture; from classrooms to curbsides.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. One on the 2008 election that all Americans ought read prior to the Nov. 2016 electionBy PenroseTribarGreat book on the 2008 election season that all Americans ought read in this 2016 election season. There's something for everyone; regardless of gender or political persuasion. This book is not a polemic; it is political anthropology; as all good journalism used to be: who did what; when and how.And there's enough to make all Americans both sad and angry at those who control our elections and nation. Rebecca Traister's journalist cred is beyond reproach and her writing is not just heavily researched and accurate to a T but written in plain English that does not equivocate or make you work to scrape away excess to get to the meat of the issues. Having finished Big Girls Don't Cry; I've moved on to her newest; All the Single Ladies; which is just as compelling a read.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Amazing how relevant I found this even 8 years later!By MelissaThe intersection of politics; media; gender has never been so interesting! Critically looking at the role gender politics played in the 2008 race; with discussion about the effects on the future of feminism going forward. The author follows the 4 leading ladies of this story through the political storm beyond; includes discussions with Gloria Steinem; Jessica Valenti; Melissa Harris-Lacewell (now -Perry); Rachel Maddow; Katie Couric; etc.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. ALL GIRLS CRY!!!By Gina_DI'll be honest here... I REALLY wanted Hillary to win in 08. Now I completely understand why she didn't and just how unfair female politicians are treated by even the most liberal media. I feel like Traister's theories are accurate about why women haven't made it as far as men in politics; and how ridiculous some of the double standards are. I just wish every MAN could read this book. I'm not quite as feminist as some of my colleagues; but THE FEELS in this book really make me wish I was. Don't hesitate or procrastinate on buying. READ THIS BOOK!!! The shipping is very quick and the book arrived in perfect condition; with a careful wrapping job.
