The Encyclopedia of African-American Heritage

By Susan Altman

Book Overview

This encyclopaedia traces the rich and varied tapestry woven by Africans - from those who remained on their ancestral continent to those who were forced to leave their homes and begin again in a new... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0816032890
• ISBN13: 9780816032891
• Release Date: January 1997
• Publisher: Facts on File
• Length: 308 Pages
• Weight: 2.26 lbs.
• Dimensions: 11.3" x 1.0" x 8.8"
• Age Range: 10 to 17 years
• Grade Range: Grades 5 to 12

Customer Reviews

Educating the Masses

Purchased for our grandson, who is absolutely jumping for joy in learning so much history.

Good reference for all...

This 2nd edition is a good African-American history/cultural reference for anyone, regardless of ethnic/racial heritage. The book met almost all of my expectations. Only a few subjects/persons I sought information on were omitted.This tome is fine for any home, school, or public library. A useful compendium and summary of black USA history. Not perfect, but highly recommended.

Refreshing

I wish I had this book when I was in grammar school. It was just a huge relief to open the package. I'm reading this thing like it's the best novel in the world and I've never been a history fan. If it wasn't English, it wasn't me but I'm reading about a new person once a day everyday trying to learn all the things that I didn't get to learn in grammar school, high school,and the first college I went to.

An essential reference for your family's library

Geared to the young and people wanting to know more about the black heritage. A fascinating survey of the contributions of blacks to American society.Excellent book for the kids and adults alike.