Ency of African-Amer Heritage

By Susan Altman

Praise for the previous edition:

"Every reference library...should have a copy...Highly recommended."
--Book Report

"...a useful, dependable, and attractive encyclopedia."
--American Reference Books Annual

Now in its third edition, this highly acclaimed and comprehensive reference offers a wealth of information on African-American history, politics, and culture. Chronicling more than a millennium of history, the encyclopedia traces the rich and varied tapestry woven by Africans--from those who remained on their ancestral continent to those who were forced to leave their homes and begin again in a new land.

Coverage includes:

People: scientists, civil rights leaders, artists, explorers, politicians, athletes, and key figures in ancient African history Places: nations and major cities of Africa, as well as former empires and kingdoms Culture: the Harlem Renaissance, jazz, the Negro Baseball League, rhythm and blues, calypso, and rap Politics: key political groups, movements, and events, including the voting rights struggle in the United States and the victory of the African National Congress over apartheid in South Africa History: major events of the African-American past, including slavery and resistance to it, the abolitionist and civil rights movements, Reconstruction, and Pan-Africanism.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0BMPT96HT
• ISBN13: 9798887252629
• Release Date: January 2020
• Publisher: Facts on File
• Length: 396 Pages
• Weight: 2.01 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 8.5" x 11.0"