From Slavery to Freedom: A History of Negro Americans"The preeminent history of African Americans, this best-selling text charts the journey of African Americans from their origins in Africa, through slavery in the Western Hemisphere, struggles for freedom in the West Indies, Latin America, and the United States, various migrations, and the continuing quest for racial equality"--From Amazon.com. |
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A Cradle of Civilization | 3 |
Early Negro States of Africa 1 | 11 |
The African Way of Life | 23 |
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