“The Declaration of Independence” stands as one of the most significant documents in American history, marking the formal declaration of separation from British rule and the birth of the United States of America. Adopted by the Continental Congress on July 4, 1776, this seminal document articulates the fundamental principles of liberty, equality, and self-governance that […]
On this day, March 7, 1965, in Selma, Alabama, a peaceful civil rights march led by activists, including John Lewis and Martin Luther King Jr., was violently confronted by state troopers on the Edmund Pettus Bridge. The brutal attack, known as Bloody Sunday, shocked the nation and galvanized support for the Voting Rights Act of […]
“This book is more than a must- read; it is an essential read if one is interested in a multidimensional view of two icons in American History.”–Brenda R. Simmons, University of North Carolina–Charlotte
“Waldschmidt-Nelson has written a myth-shattering account of Martin Luther King Jr. and Malcolm X that, without diminishing their differences, illuminates surprising similarities. Teachers will find this book useful in informing students how the struggle against white supremacy powerfully transformed the lives of its participants and the nation.”–Steven Lawson, Rutgers University
One man dreamed of a country united in true racial equality. Another saw this as a nightmare that served only the interest of wealthy whites. Both were sons of Baptist ministers. Both grew up to be icons of the civil rights movement.
Integration versus separatism. Martin Luther King Jr. and Malcolm X have come to symbolize the two primary strands of black political thought during the civil rights movement, much as Booker T. Washington and W.E.B. Du Bois had more than a half-century earlier. As Henry Louis Gates Jr. points out in his foreword, the parallels and divergences between the two men remain striking.
Britta Waldschmidt-Nelson compares and contrasts these two giants in her fascinating dual biography. She offers a concise account of their lives, accomplishments, and challenges. In a crisp, fascinating narrative, she reveals the interconnectedness of their goals, their visions, and their legacies. Most provocative, she suggests what might have been, as their philosophies began to converge, were it not for a pair of assassins’ bullets.
“As the mother of children of multiple races, I have seen my children of color be misdiagnosed, at times in ways that endangered their health,” Jolie, a mother to six children, including three of color, wrote. The actor draws on the experience of her daughter Zahara, who is of Ethiopian descent, to highlight the inequalities […]
Many Americans fail to challenge their political views and the reasons why they believe them. The most effective way to do this is to study political history and ask yourself: do these actions align with my views? In Radical Republicans, the author takes a brief dive into five Republican political figures who were committed to the welfare of Black Americans, and challenges the “racist Republican” notion in order to persuade the audience to consider all of the information available when making political decisions.
ASIN : B0848FPJTY
Publication date : January 26, 2020
Language : English
File size : 313 KB
Text-to-Speech : Enabled
Screen Reader : Supported
Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
X-Ray : Not Enabled
Word Wise : Enabled
Sticky notes : On Kindle Scribe
Print length : 55 pages
In light of recent events, Serena Williams, Naomi Osaka, and Coco Gauff are among the many African American tennis players coming together for equality and justice for the community. Also, many noticed and called out Venus Williams for remaining silent on the matter. Follow us on other social medias to continuously stay updated of tennis […]
Join us as we take a journey through the life and legacy of Biddy Mason, one of the most remarkable women in American history. Born into slavery in Georgia in 1818, Biddy Mason was brought to California as a slave but eventually freed in 1856. Discover the inspiring story of Biddy Mason, a true pioneer […]
ASIN : 1400030617 Publisher : Vintage; Revised edition (April 13, 2004) Language : English Paperback : 880 pages ISBN-10 : 9781400030613 ISBN-13 : 978-1400030613 Lexile measure : 1380L Item Weight : 2.1 pounds Dimensions […]
From the Publisher With a comic-like format and inspiring storylines, these history books are anything but boring. Readers of all ages will be entertained and educated by the full-color illustrations and historically accurate narratives of Show Me History! graphic novels. These hardcover biographies feature some of world’s most influential leaders, […]
In a country that treats every month like White History Month, the contributions of Black Americans tend to get swept under the rug. Here are our best pieces about barrier-shattering Black Americans of the past and the modern-day revolutionaries picking up their mantles. Featuring Sasheer Zamata, Naomi Ekperigin, and the Lucas Brothers. Watch Full Frontal […]