This rich cultural history of African Americans outlines their travails; triumphs; and achievements in negotiating individual and collective identities to overcome racism; slavery; and the legacies of these injustices from colonial times to the present.• Reveals the extent of anti-black racism in America• Examines black heritage in America from its colonial origins to the present• Highlights the contributions of African Americans throughout history• Illustrates the role of blacks in the American economy• Centers on African Americans in the development of American history
#2420086 in Books Barry Moreno 2004-12-30Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 10.00 x .88 x 7.01l; 2.01 #File Name: 0313326827368 pagesEncyclopedia Of Ellis Island
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0 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Good book; but the picture book is better.By AMERKThis provides a rich explanation of what Ellis Island was like for a large number of immigrants. It is very good; but the version with more pictures is better. For the price; a very good value.