Education of the Negroes Since 1860 (eBook)

Enriched edition. Advancing African American Education: A Historical Examination

J. L. M. Curry (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2019
223 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
405-766417836-7 (EAN)

Infos

In "Education of the Negroes Since 1860," J. L. M. Curry explores the intricate evolution of educational opportunities for African Americans in the post-Civil War United States. Through a meticulous analysis of historical data, policy changes, and sociocultural dynamics, Curry adeptly employs a scholarly yet accessible narrative style, offering comprehensive insights into the systemic challenges and triumphs faced by Black educators and students. This work not only contextualizes the status of African American education within broader societal frameworks but also illuminates the pivotal role of education in the quest for equality and social justice, making it a seminal text in American educational history. J. L. M. Curry, a prominent educator and reformer in the late 19th century, possessed a deep commitment to advancing African American education, having himself navigated the complexities of race and identity in a divided nation. His experiences as a Southern educator, along with his advocacy for educational reform, significantly influenced his perspective, lending an authenticity and urgency to his analysis. Curry's groundbreaking insights reflect his passionate belief in education as a transformative force for individuals and communities alike. This book is an essential read for anyone interested in understanding the historical underpinnings of educational access and equity for African Americans. Scholars, educators, and advocates will find Curry's research not only informative but also inspiring, as it sheds light on the enduring legacy of educational struggles, encouraging contemporary dialogues on race, justice, and the continual fight for equitable education.

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Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 20.11.2019
• Einführung: Levi Calloway
• Mitarbeit: Kommentare: Levi Calloway
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Neuzeit bis 1918
• Themenwelt: Schulbuch / Wörterbuch ► Lernhilfen ► Allgemeines / Lexika
• Schlagworte: 19th century education • African American education • african american experience • African Americans • Black History • Booker T. Washington • Bureau of Refugees • Church and education • Civil Rights Movement • Cultural education barriers • Education • Educational advancements • educational opportunities history • Educational Reform • Freedmen and Abandoned Lands • historical analysis commentary • Historical Education • History • Jim Crow laws • Literacy development • post-civil war history • Race relations • Racial Equality Struggles • scholarly research insights • Segregation • United States