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100 1 _aDu Bois, W. E. B.
_q(William Edward Burghardt),
_d1868-1963
245 1 4 _aThe Negro
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2005
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aWikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Negro
500 _aRelease date is 2005-03-14
508 _aProduced by Suzanne Shell, Melissa Er-Raqabi and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net.
520 _a"The Negro" by W. E. B. Du Bois is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work examines the history, culture, and contributions of African peoples, aiming to provide a comprehensive understanding of one-sixth of the human race often overlooked by history. The book is structured in thematic chapters focusing on different aspects of African heritage, from its origins to the impact of colonization and the slave trade. At the start of "The Negro," the author presents critical insights into the misconceptions surrounding African history and emphasizes the need for a deeper understanding of African cultures. Du Bois introduces the complexities of Africa as a continent rich in diversity and history, challenging prevailing racial prejudices. He discusses the varied factors contributing to the formation of African societies, touching on aspects such as geography, ancient civilizations, and the migrations that shaped the continent's population. Through an assertive tone, Du Bois lays the groundwork for a nuanced exploration of African identity, culture, and its significant role in global history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aBlack race
653 _aAfrica -- History
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/15359
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