W. E. B. Du Bois was a public intellectual; sociologist; and activist on behalf of the African American community. He profoundly shaped black political culture in the United States through his founding role in the NAACP; as well as internationally through the Pan-African movement. Du Bois's sociological and historical research on African-American communities and culture broke ground in many areas; including the history of the post-Civil War Reconstruction period. Du Bois was also a prolific author of novels; autobiographical accounts; innumerable editorials and journalistic pieces; and several works of history.First published in 1899 at the dawn of sociology; The Philadelphia Negro: A Social Study is a landmark in empirical sociological research. Du Bois was the first sociologist to document the living circumstances of urban Black Americans. The Philadelphia Negro provides a framework for studying black communities; and it has steadily grown in importance since its original publication. Today; it is an indispensable model for sociologists; historians; political scientists; anthropologists; educators; philosophers; and urban studies scholars. With a series introduction by editor Henry Louis Gates; Jr.; and an introduction by Lawrence Bobo; this edition is essential for anyone interested in African American history and sociology.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Good; maybe a little wordyBy Frank FiglozziI was pointed to this book by a review in America Magazine; and really liked it. It really opened my eyes as to the beliefs of Nones and other non-denominational groups in the US (my wife and I are both Catholic). It was very thorough and detailed.My reason for four stars rather than five: I thought it was somewhat wordy; and significant sections weren't of interest to me. In all; though; a good read for anyone interested in the status of religion in the country today.2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. I underlined so many things that my pen literally ran out of inkBy Keith AndersonI underlined so many things in this book that my pen literally ran out of ink. This is an excellent book for anyone that wants to understand the "rise of the Nones (the religiously unaffiliated)" and the changing landscape of American religious and spiritual practice. What sets this book apart is the many; many quotes from Nones themselves about their spiritual lives; how they make meaning; the resources they use to deepen their spiritual lives; and even raising their kids. As a parish pastor; this book has been invaluable in understanding how to better understand people beyond and within my congregation; connect with how they make meaning; and support them in their spiritual lives. This is by far; for me; the best book on the subject of the Nones.2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. It's a book that centers the lived experiences of "nones" and not - like many works on the religiously unaffiliated - on an ...By Gillian M. KratzerAs a person who identifies as spiritually ambiguous; the respect with which Dr. Drescher treats the beliefs and practices of a wide range of "nones" is both refreshing and gratifying. She rightly points out that categorizing an entire group of people based solely on their lack of formal affiliation with an organized religion doesn't even really explain who we aren't; let alone who we are. It's a book that centers the lived experiences of "nones" and not - like many works on the religiously unaffiliated - on an external perspective that's more concerned with how we can be lured back to the flock. Dr. Drescher accomplishes all this in a writing style that's approachable and fun. I highly recommend this book.
