African American Voices – A Documentary Reader from Emancipation to the Present

Compelling and enlightening, this collection of primary source documents allows twenty-first century students to 'direct dial' key figures in African-American history. It includes concise and perceptive commentary along with engaging suggestions for discussion and project work.

Examines key themes from multiple perspectivesFeatures a diverse range of voices that cut across class and political affiliations as well as across regions and generationsChronological and thematic coverage from emancipation to the current dayPrimary source documents include everything from letters and speeches to photographs, rap lyrics and newspaper reportsIncorporates recent as well as traditional historical interpretationsClassroom-ready text which includes keynotes on documents, differentiated material and engaging discussion questions