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The Souls of Black Folk by W.E.B. Du Bois
GOOD PRICE.
This is W.E.B. Du Bois's 1903 collection of essays examining race and identity in America, written from his perspective as a Black intellectual and sociologist. It's for anyone interested in understanding foundational African-American thought, the history of sociology, or the intellectual roots of civil rights discourse.
$5.84
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The read
What's actually worth knowing.
- Du Bois introduces the concept of 'double consciousness,' the idea that Black Americans must constantly see themselves both through their own eyes and through the lens of a society that views them as outsiders.
- Several essays in the book were originally published in The Atlantic Monthly, so some material may be familiar if you've read his work in other collections.
- This is a work of philosophy and social analysis rather than narrative, so it requires engaged reading and works best for people comfortable with essay-based arguments about society and identity.
As of Aug 31, the The Souls of Black Folk by W.E.B. Du Bois is a good price at $5.84 — versus a $5.84 typical price and a $4.09 12-month low, based on Amazon's own price history.
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The specs
Down to the details.
- Dimensions
- 6 × 0.3 × 9 in
- Weight
- 0.5 lb