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Before the Mayflower: A History of the Negro in America, 1619-1962 by Lerone Bennett offers a comprehensive historical account of African Americans from their arrival in America to the modern civil rights movement. The book originates from a series of articles in Ebony magazine and explores the deep roots of African Americans in the U.S., predating the arrival of the Puritans. Bennett highlights the significant contributions and struggles of African Americans throughout history, including their involvement in key historical events such as the battles of Lexington and Concord and the fight against slavery. The narrative begins with the rich history of African civilizations and traces the impact of slavery, segregation, and the ongoing quest for equality. Aimed at the general reader, it provides a scholarly yet accessible examination of African American history, supported by extensive research.

African Americans --- Slavery --- History

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"A short introduction to Black Humanism: its history, its present, and the rich cultural sensibilities that infuse it"--

Humanism, Religious. --- African Americans --- Religion.

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This book sheds light on American politics and power that has disadvantaged African Americans through the implementation of public policies, causing them to remain poor and underprivileged in the United States.

Poverty --- African Americans --- E-books

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This book is a comprehensive exploration of social justice issues affecting the African American community in the United States. It addresses a wide range of topics, including healthcare, education, justice, policing, housing, democracy, rural development, economic prosperity, environmental justice, and the digital divide. Through a series of essays by notable contributors, the book outlines systemic inequalities and proposes actionable solutions to address these challenges. The work draws inspiration from historical movements and aims to empower individuals and communities to advocate for equitable policies. The intended audience includes policymakers, activists, educators, and anyone interested in addressing racial and social inequalities.

African Americans --- Social justice --- Social conditions

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The central mission of this book is to provide additional context to an ongoing discussion regarding Black liberation and proper allyship. This book will use the term co-conspirator as a preferred descriptor for Black/non-Black liberation-collaboration and provide a more direct ask of journeying anti-racist white Americans.

African Americans --- African Americans --- Race relations. --- Racism. --- Politics and government. --- Psychology. --- United States --- Race relations.