The handy African American history answer book
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Author
Contributors
Credo Reference (Firm), distributor.
Published
Detroit : Visible Ink Press, [2014]., Boston, Massachusetts : Credo Reference, 2023.
Edition
[Enhanced Credo edition]
Physical Description
1 online resource (180 entries) : 177 images ; digital files.
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Format
eBooks
Language
English
ISBN
9781803160863
Notes
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references.
Restrictions on Access
Access restricted to authorized users and institutions.
Summary
"Walking readers through a rich but often overlooked part of American history, this compendium addresses the people, times, and events that influenced and changed African American history. An overview of major biographical figures and history-making events is followed by a deeper look at the development in the arts, entertainment, business, civil rights, music, government, journalism, religion, science, sports, and more. Mimicking the a broad range of the African American experience, showcasing interesting insights and facts, this helpful reference answers a wide variety of questions including What is the significance of the Apollo Theater? What were the effects of the Great Depression on black artists? Who were some of America's early free black entrepreneurs? What is the historical role of the barbershop in the African American community? and What was Black Wall Street? Blending trivia with historical review in an engaging question-and-answer format, this book is perfect for browsing and is ideal for history buffs, trivia fans, students and teachers and anyone interested in a better and more thorough understanding of history of black Americans"--,Provided by publisher.
Summary
Walking you through a rich but often overlooked part of American history, this compendium addresses the people, times, and events that influenced and changed African American history.
System Details
Mode of access: World Wide Web.
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Citations
APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)
Smith, J. C. (2014). The handy African American history answer book ([Enhanced Credo edition]). Visible Ink Press.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Smith, Jessie Carney, 1930-. 2014. The Handy African American History Answer Book. Visible Ink Press.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Smith, Jessie Carney, 1930-. The Handy African American History Answer Book Visible Ink Press, 2014.
MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)Smith, Jessie Carney. The Handy African American History Answer Book [Enhanced Credo edition], Visible Ink Press, 2014.
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