African-American Literature

by Stephen Currie

Overview

These books examine a significant event or time period in African American history; every effort is made to place the topic in context, so readers will understand the connection between black history and the broad sweep of America's story.; ; Each chapter contains sidebars that highlight relevant personalities and events. Numerous photos and illustrations help illuminate and support the text. Complete documentation of all quotes and annotated bibliographies enhance the value of these books as

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781420503838
Publisher:	Gale Cengage Learning
Publication date:	05/23/2011
Series:	Lucent Library of Black History Series
Pages:	128
Product dimensions:	7.10(w) x 9.10(h) x 0.50(d)
Age Range:	12 - 15 Years

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Editorial Reviews

Gr 6 Up—Beginning with the oral tradition brought to America by enslaved Africans, this text navigates through the centuries, providing readers with a succinct, but comprehensive, overview of the progression of the African American literary tradition. It pays tribute to those who are well known, but also includes those who are less familiar. What is more exciting is its inclusion of young adult writers such as Virginia Hamilton and Mildred Taylor. Color and black-and-white illustrations and photos appear throughout. This is a book for readers who know little or nothing about the field, but it is also for those who need a brief review.—Carol Jones Collins, Hanover Park High School, East Hanover, NJ

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