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LoC No.: 15012642

Title: The Negro

Note: Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Negro

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Summary: "The Negro" by W. E. B. Du Bois is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work examines the history, culture, and contributions of African peoples, aiming to provide a comprehensive understanding of one-sixth of the human race often overlooked by history. The book is structured in thematic chapters focusing on different aspects of African heritage, from its origins to the impact of colonization and the slave trade. At the start of "The Negro," the author presents critical insights into the misconceptions surrounding African history and emphasizes the need for a deeper understanding of African cultures. Du Bois introduces the complexities of Africa as a continent rich in diversity and history, challenging prevailing racial prejudices. He discusses the varied factors contributing to the formation of African societies, touching on aspects such as geography, ancient civilizations, and the migrations that shaped the continent's population. Through an assertive tone, Du Bois lays the groundwork for a nuanced exploration of African identity, culture, and its significant role in global history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Reading Level: Reading ease score: 58.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Author: Du Bois, W. E. B. (William Edward Burghardt), 1868-1963

EBook No.: 15359

Published: Mar 14, 2005

Downloads: 524

Language: English

Subject: Black race

Subject: Africa -- History

LoCC: Social sciences: Communities, Classes, Races

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

LoC No.: 15012642

Title: The Negro

Note: Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Negro

Credits: Produced by Suzanne Shell, Melissa Er-Raqabi and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net.

Summary: "The Negro" by W. E. B. Du Bois is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work examines the history, culture, and contributions of African peoples, aiming to provide a comprehensive understanding of one-sixth of the human race often overlooked by history. The book is structured in thematic chapters focusing on different aspects of African heritage, from its origins to the impact of colonization and the slave trade. At the start of "The Negro," the author presents critical insights into the misconceptions surrounding African history and emphasizes the need for a deeper understanding of African cultures. Du Bois introduces the complexities of Africa as a continent rich in diversity and history, challenging prevailing racial prejudices. He discusses the varied factors contributing to the formation of African societies, touching on aspects such as geography, ancient civilizations, and the migrations that shaped the continent's population. Through an assertive tone, Du Bois lays the groundwork for a nuanced exploration of African identity, culture, and its significant role in global history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Reading Level: Reading ease score: 58.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Author: Du Bois, W. E. B. (William Edward Burghardt), 1868-1963

EBook No.: 15359

Published: Mar 14, 2005

Downloads: 524

Language: English

Subject: Black race

Subject: Africa -- History

LoCC: Social sciences: Communities, Classes, Races

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.