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The Complete Idiot's Guide to African American History offers an approachable portrait of black life in the United States. Beginning with the arrival of the first African slaves in Jamestown, Virginia in 1619, the book traces the development of African American society through key historical moments. It highlights influential figures—Harriet Tubman, W.E.B. DuBois, and Martin Luther King, Jr.—and examines their impact on the struggle for freedom, education, and civil rights. Designed for readers seeking a concise yet comprehensive introduction, the guide presents facts and context in a straightforward, engaging style.
First publish date: 2003
Genre: History/Modern History
Authors: Melba J. Duncan
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