Jubilee: The Emergence of African-American Culture

by Howard Dodson

Description

A richly illustrated and wide-ranging exploration of the emergence and evolution of African-American culture, this volume traces the creative, intellectual, and social forces that shaped Black life in the United States. Drawing on history, literature, music, visual art, politics, and popular culture, it connects the legacy of slavery and emancipation to the powerful cultural expressions that followed. Insightful essays place landmark achievements and everyday experiences within their broader historical context, revealing how African Americans transformed adversity into enduring forms of identity, community, and artistic innovation. The result is both an accessible introduction and a thoughtful celebration of a vital American cultural tradition.

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hardcover

National Geographic

Published Feb 1, 2003

192 pages

ISBN: 9780792269823

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First Published

2003

Language

eng

Content Warnings

Content and trigger warnings for Jubilee: The Emergence of African-American Culture by Howard Dodson.

Racism/Discrimination
Slavery
Violence
War/Trauma
Death/Grief