African American History (Second Edition)

by Molefi Kete Asante | Peoples Publishing Group (1999)


Summary

The only African American history textbook for the schools that is written by an African American scholar from an authentic, insider's perspective. For the first time, center yourself in African American history"-This straightforward, illustrated and factual text allows the reader to access the major developments, personalities and events on the African continent. Written by a world expert in African history, this ground-breaking survey is an indispensable guide.

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  • Asante is “one of America’s top 100 leading thinkers.

    —Utne Reader

  • Asante, a sixth-generation American descended from enslaved Africans, has been a guiding light in African American studies.

    —Booklist

  • Molefi Kete Asante is a seminal thinker.

    —Cornel West, Princeton University