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: 2.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 8.8" x 11.2"
• 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.

An Excellent Description of African-American Contributions

This is the first book that I have read with so many African-Americans described in it. I showed it to my son and he was amazed that so many African-American contributions were listed. He had not heard of most of the people in the book and was confused. My godfather leafed through the book and asked where I had gotten it from. I ordered him one for himself so he could read it at his leisure. He was so happy to receive the book that he started reading it immediately. This is an excellent book for everyone.

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.