Black Studies / African American Studies: Reference Materials

This completely revised edition of the original work included new entries on African kingdoms; bibliographies accompanying most articles; and expanded coverage of the African diaspora in Latin America and the Caribbean; 4,000 articles covering prominent individuals, events, trends, places, political movements, art forms, business and trade, religion, ethnic groups, organizations and countries on both sides of the Atlantic.

This new edition collects and celebrates the thousands of world-moving people and hard-to-find facts and accomplishments that have helped shape society and culture. It recognizes and honors both renowned and lesser-known barrier-breaking trailblazers in all fields-arts, entertainment, business, civil rights, education, government, invention, journalism, religion, science, sports, music, and more. With more than 350 photos and illustrations, this vital collection includes thousands of personal victories and triumphs.

ALSO AVAILABLE in SDCC Library
REFERENCE COLLECTION E185 .E54 2005 v.1-6
This second edition is an expansion of the 1996 classic and its 2000 supplement. Whereas the first edition focused almost exclusively on the United States, this new set identifies and addresses broad themes critical to understanding the texture of the cultures, achievements, challenges, and promise of the 150 million people of African descent who live in North America, Central and South America, and the Caribbean. It is an authoritative and comprehensive information about Black history, figures, and accomplishments throughout the Americas now.

Also available in REFERENCE COLLECTION E185 .E545 2006 vol. 1-3

This monumental compilation of information covering the general area of civil rights since the Emancipation Proclamation contains over 800 entries written by 157 experts in African American history. The editors have wisely chosen to include both the well-known and the less-recognized ``grass-roots'' participants. In addition to people, also included are important laws, books, newspapers, journals, events, and landmark court cases. All entries provide bibliographies and are cross-referenced.

This is the only multi-volume encyclopedia devoted to illuminating the history and culture of black Africans in Europe.

AVAILABLE also in print format in REFERENCE COLLECTION E184 .A1 E584 2013 vol. 1-4
Examines the anthropological, sociological, historical, economic, and scientific theories of race and racism in the modem era. Delves into the historic origins of ideas of race and racism and explores their social and scientific consequences. Includes biographies of significant theorists, as well as political and social leaders and notorious racists.

Examines the role race and ethnicity play in society. Covers intergroup relations in the United States and the comparative examination of race and ethnicity worldwide. Over a hundred racial and ethnic groups are described, with additional thematic essays offering insight into broad topics that cut across group boundaries and impact society.

Presents a collection of essays that explore the causes, experiences, and consequences of African American migrations during the twentieth-century.

Also available in REFERENCE COLLECTION DT29 .E53 2003

This encyclopedia explores the ways in which the peoples of Africa and their politics, states, societies, economies, environments, cultures and arts were transformed during the course of that Janus-faced century. It provides a thorough examination of the global and local forces that shaped the changes that the continent underwent.

Features essays covering African Americans, from the eighteen century through the early twenty-first century, famous for their work in such fields as entertainment, sports, civil rights, politics and literature.

How is race defined and perceived in America today, and how do these definitions and perceptions compare to attitudes 100 years ago... or 200 years ago? This four-volume set is the definitive source for every topic related to race in the United States.

Examines up-to-date statistical data on the primary issues negatively impacting African Americans. Includes an extensive bibliographic list of references for all issues discussed.