The Black History Book

Big Ideas Simply Explained

DK, David Olusoga, David Olusoga

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DK
28 September 2021

History; General & world history; African history; Black & Asian studies

Series: Big Ideas

"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."

By: DK
Foreword by: David Olusoga, David Olusoga
Imprint: DK
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 241mm, Width: 205mm, Spine: 25mm
Weight: 1.141kg
ISBN: 9780241512982
ISBN 10: 0241512980
Series: Big Ideas
Pages: 336
Publication Date: 28 September 2021
Recommended Age: From 9 to 99 years
Audience: General/trade , Professional and scholarly , College/higher education , ELT Advanced , Undergraduate
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

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.