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Title: The Rising Son; or, the Antecedents and Advancement of the Colored Race
Credits: hekula03, Martin Pettit 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 Rising Son; or, the Antecedents and Advancement of the Colored Race" by Wm. Wells Brown is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work explores the history, culture, and advancements of the African race, showcasing their significance and contributions throughout history. The book serves as a vital narrative, countering the prevalent misconceptions and prejudices of the time. At the start of the narrative, the author acknowledges the limited historical resources available about the African race, a recognition that sets the tone for a comprehensive exploration. Brown begins with a preface where he expresses his determination to provide an accurate account, considering both the strengths and weaknesses of the people he writes about. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the African lineage, particularly focusing on ancient civilizations such as Ethiopia and its contributions to world history. Furthermore, the memoir section highlights Wm. Wells Brown's own journey from slavery to becoming a prominent abolitionist and author, establishing him as a significant figure in the fight for African-American rights and identity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 64.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Author: Brown, William Wells, 1814?-1884
Contributor: Moore, Alonzo D.
Contributor: Smith, Elijah W. (Elijah William), 1830-1895
EBook No.: 64971
Published: Mar 31, 2021
Downloads: 246
Language: English
Subject: African Americans -- History
Subject: African Americans -- Biography
Subject: Slavery -- United States
Subject: Black race
LoCC: History: America: United States
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: The Rising Son; or, the Antecedents and Advancement of the Colored Race
Credits: hekula03, Martin Pettit 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 Rising Son; or, the Antecedents and Advancement of the Colored Race" by Wm. Wells Brown is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work explores the history, culture, and advancements of the African race, showcasing their significance and contributions throughout history. The book serves as a vital narrative, countering the prevalent misconceptions and prejudices of the time. At the start of the narrative, the author acknowledges the limited historical resources available about the African race, a recognition that sets the tone for a comprehensive exploration. Brown begins with a preface where he expresses his determination to provide an accurate account, considering both the strengths and weaknesses of the people he writes about. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the African lineage, particularly focusing on ancient civilizations such as Ethiopia and its contributions to world history. Furthermore, the memoir section highlights Wm. Wells Brown's own journey from slavery to becoming a prominent abolitionist and author, establishing him as a significant figure in the fight for African-American rights and identity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 64.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Author: Brown, William Wells, 1814?-1884
Contributor: Moore, Alonzo D.
Contributor: Smith, Elijah W. (Elijah William), 1830-1895
EBook No.: 64971
Published: Mar 31, 2021
Downloads: 246
Language: English
Subject: African Americans -- History
Subject: African Americans -- Biography
Subject: Slavery -- United States
Subject: Black race
LoCC: History: America: United States
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.