Twentieth Century Negro Literature by Daniel Wallace Culp
"Twentieth Century Negro Literature" by Daniel Wallace Culp is a collection of essays, reflections, and biographical accounts compiled in the early 20th century. This work aims to provide an in-depth examination of the intellectual, moral, and social contributions of African Americans during the critical period following emancipation. It offers insights into the achievements, challenges, and future aspirations of the African American community, making it a crucial resource for understanding the race's historical
trajectory and cultural resilience. The opening of the book sets a foundational premise for its theme by addressing the societal ignorance regarding the capabilities and contributions of African Americans in the 19th century. The editor emphasizes the need to enlighten both white Americans and the aspiring Negro youth about the significant advancements made in various fields such as education, wealth accumulation, and moral character since slavery. The introductions express hope for reconciliation between races and the elevation of the Negro community through self-empowerment and mutual respect, underscoring the importance of education and leadership. This establishes a framework for the essays and topics that follow, discussing vital issues related to the Negro experience and aspirations for a better future in American society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Editor | Culp, Daniel Wallace |
|---|---|
| Title |
Twentieth Century Negro Literature Or, A Cyclopedia of Thought on the Vital Topics Relating to the American Negro |
| Alternate Title |
20th Century Negro Literature Or, A Cyclopedia of Thought on the Vital Topics Relating to the American Negro |
| Note | Reading ease score: 57.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Marilynda Fraser-Cunliffe, Richard J. Shiffer and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E151: History: America: United States |
| Subject | African Americans -- History |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 18772 |
| Release Date | Jul 6, 2006 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 547 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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