The Mis-Education of the Negro (African American)

ISBN: 0486445585

Author: Woodson, Carter Godwin

Condition: New

A perennial bestseller by the "Father of Black History." Described by The New York Times as a challenging book that "throws down the gauntlet to those who have had anything to do with Negro education, whether of white or black race."In 1933, American historian and educator Carter G. Woodson (1875-1950) delivered a powerful and prophetic denouncement of "Euro-centric" school curricula that still rings true. Woodson inspired Black Americans to demand relevant learning opportunities that were inclusive of their own culture and heritage. In issuing this challenge, Woodson laid the foundation for more progressive and egalitarian educational institutions.The founder of the Association for the Study of Negro Life and History, Woodson was also the author of more than sixteen books and the founder and editor of the Journal of Negro History and the Negro History Bulletin. The thoughts Woodson expressed in addresses and articles formed the basis for this landmark work, and it remains essential reading for educators and everyone who seeks to understand the African American experience.AN INSPIRING CRUSADER FOR RELEVANT EDUCATION - In 1933, Woodson delivered a powerful denouncement of "Euro-centric" school curricula that inspired Black Americans to demand relevant learning opportunities inclusive of their own culture and heritage. A TIMELESS WORK ON AFRICAN AMERICAN HISTORY - This landmark work by Carter G. Woodson remains essential reading for educators and everyone who seeks to understand the African American experience. THE FATHER OF BLACK HISTORY MONTH - Woodson was also the author of more than sixteen books and the founder and editor of the Journal of Negro History and the Negro History Bulletin.