Title: The complete idiot's guide to African American history /
Authors: Duncan, Melba J.
Publisher: Alpha Books,
Year: 2003
Subjects: African Americans History; African Americans Biography
Abstract: Presents an overview of African American history, from the time of slavery, through the Civil War to the civil rights movement, and describes the contributions of African Americans in politics, science, business, literature, and entertainment.
Contents: Part 1. Dreams and dreams deferred: the early history -- Part 2. A house divided: the later history -- Part 3. Power on the inside: spirit and soul -- Part 4. Power on the outside: contributions to American culture -- Part 5. The road from here -- Appendixes. A. Bibliography and recommended reading ; B. Recommended websites.