The Essential Works of Du Bois
Enriched edition.By W. E. B. Du Bois
Length35h 55m
About this audiobook
In 'The Essential Works of Du Bois', W. E. B. Du Bois presents a collection of his key writings on race, oppression, and social justice in America. Du Bois's literary style is characterized by his eloquent prose and powerful rhetoric, making his arguments both compelling and thought-provoking. The book includes essays, speeches, and excerpts from Du Bois's groundbreaking works such as 'The Souls of Black Folk' and 'Black Reconstruction in America', providing readers with a comprehensive insight into his intellectual legacy during the early 20th century. As a leading civil rights activist and scholar, Du Bois was motivated by his experiences of racial discrimination and inequality in American society. His dedication to the cause of racial equality led him to write prolifically and advocate for social change through education and activism. 'The Essential Works of Du Bois' reflects his lifelong commitment to challenging the status quo and promoting social justice for all individuals. I recommend 'The Essential Works of Du Bois' to readers interested in exploring the history of race relations in America and the intellectual contributions of one of the most influential African American thinkers of the 20th century. Du Bois's insightful analysis and impassioned advocacy for social justice make this book a landmark in the study of race and inequality in America.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A comprehensive Introduction outlines these selected works' unifying features, themes, or stylistic evolutions.
- The Author Biography highlights personal milestones and literary influences that shape the entire body of writing.
- A Historical Context section situates the works in their broader era—social currents, cultural trends, and key events that underpin their creation.
- A concise Synopsis (Selection) offers an accessible overview of the included texts, helping readers navigate plotlines and main ideas without revealing critical twists.
- A unified Analysis examines recurring motifs and stylistic hallmarks across the collection, tying the stories together while spotlighting the different work's strengths.
- Reflection questions inspire deeper contemplation of the author's overarching message, inviting readers to draw connections among different texts and relate them to modern contexts.
- Lastly, our hand‐picked Memorable Quotes distill pivotal lines and turning points, serving as touchstones for the collection's central themes.
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GenrePsychology
Length35 hrs 55 mins
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FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 17, 2020
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Races & Immigrants in USA
2Introduction
3Author Biography
4Historical Context
5Synopsis (Selection)
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6The Souls of Black Folk (pt. 1)
7The Souls of Black Folk (pt. 2)
8The Souls of Black Folk (pt. 3)
9The Souls of Black Folk (pt. 4)
10The Suppression of the African Slave Trade
11Preface
12Chapter I Introductory
13Chapter II The Planting Colonies
14Chapter III The Farming Colonies.
15Chapter IV The Trading Colonies.
16Chapter V The Period of the Revolution. 1774–1787.
17Chapter VI The Federal Convention. 1787.
18Chapter VII Toussaint l'Ouverture and Anti-Slavery Effort, 1787–1806.
19Chapter VIII The Period of Attempted Suppression. 1807–1825.
20Chapter IX The International Status of the Slave-Trade. 1783–1862.
21Chapter X The Rise of the Cotton Kingdom. 1820–1850.
22Chapter XI The Final Crisis. 1850–1870.
23Chapter XII The Essentials in the Struggle.
24Appendix A. A Chronological Conspectus of Colonial and State Legislation Restricting the African Slave-trade. 1641-1787.
25Appendix B. A Chronological Conspectus of State, National, and International Legislation. 1788–1871. (pt. 1)
26Appendix B. A Chronological Conspectus of State, National, and International Legislation. 1788–1871. (pt. 2)
27Appendix C. Typical Cases of Vessels Engaged in the American Slave-trade. 1619-1864.
28Appendix D. Bibliography.
29Darkwater: Voices from Within the Veil
30Postscript
31Credo
32I The Shadow of Years
33II The Souls of White Folk
34III The Hands of Ethiopia
35IV Of Work And Wealth
36V "The Servant in the House"
37VI Of the Ruling of Men
38VII The Damnation of Women
39VIII The Immortal Child
40IX Of Beauty and Death
41X The Comet
42A Negro Schoolmaster in the New South
43Of the Training of Black Men
44The Talented Tenth
45The Conservation of Races
46The Economic Revolution in the South
47Religion in the South
48Strivings of the Negro People
49The Black North: A Social Study
50Analysis
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