The Black History Book: Big Ideas Simply Explained

Hardback

Main Details

Title The Black History Book: Big Ideas Simply Explained
Authors and Contributors      By (author) DK
Foreword by David Olusoga
SeriesBig Ideas
Physical Properties
Format:Hardback
Pages:336
Dimensions(mm): Height 241,Width 205
Category/GenreWorld history
African history
ISBN/Barcode 9780241512982
ClassificationsDewey:909.0496
Audience
Tertiary Education (US: College)
Professional & Vocational
General

Publishing Details

Publisher Dorling Kindersley Ltd
Imprint DK
Publication Date 7 October 2021
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

An accessible guide to the key milestones in Black history, culture, and society across the globe - from the ancient world to the present Which were the most powerful African empires? Who were the pioneers of jazz? What sparked the Black Lives Matter movement? This book answers these questions and many more, exploring the rich history of the peoples of Africa and the African diaspora, and the struggles and triumphs of Black communities around the world. The Black History Book provides clear and concise explanations of important events and cultural milestones. It is packed with memorable quotations from Black figures, bold illustrations, and step-by-step diagrams that untangle complex concepts. From the earliest human migrations to modern Black communities, this thought-provoking book presents a vivid overview of Black history. It brings to life the stories of the early kingdoms of Ancient Egypt and Nubia; the powerful medieval and early modern empires; and the struggle against colonization. It also explores Black history beyond the African continent - including the Atlantic slave trade and slave resistance settlements; the Harlem Renaissance and Jazz Age; the Windrush migration; civil rights and Black feminist movements; and Black Lives Matter. Continuing the "Big Ideas" series' trademark combination of authoritative text and bold graphics, The Black History Book uses an innovative visual approach to make the subject accessible to everyone, whether you are eager to discover more about Black history, a history student looking to broaden your knowledge, or an armchair reader.

Author Biography

David Olusoga is a British-Nigerian historian, broadcaster, and filmmaker. His TV series include A House Through Time (BBC2), Black and British- A Forgotten History (BBC2), and the BAFTA Award-winning Britain's Forgotten Slave Owners (BBC2). David is also the author of Black and British- A Forgotten History, which was awarded both the Longman-History Today Trustees' Award and the PEN Hessell-Tiltman Prize. He writes for The Guardian, is a columnist for The Observer, and is Professor of Public History at the University of Manchester.