The Concept of Self: A Study of Black Identity and Self-Esteem

by Richard L. Allen

The Concept of Self examines the historical basis for the widely misunderstood ideas of how African Americans think of themselves individually, and how they relate to being part of a group that has been subjected to challenges of their very humanity.

Institutional racism has had a major impact on the development of African American self-esteem and group identity. Through the years, African Americans have developed strong, tenacious...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0814328989
• ISBN13: 9780814328989
• Release Date: April 2001
• Publisher: Wayne State University Press
• Length: 224 Pages
• Weight: 1.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.3" x 9.3"