The Collected Works of Du Bois
Enriched edition. The Souls of Black Folk, The Suppression of the African Slave Trade, Darkwater, The Black North…By W.E.B. Du Bois
Length35h 55m
About this audiobook
W.E.B. Du Bois' 'The Collected Works of Du Bois' is a groundbreaking collection of essays, poems, and speeches that delve deep into the prevailing issues of race, class, and equality in America. Du Bois' unparalleled ability to blend academic rigor with emotional depth makes this book a masterpiece of civil rights literature. His use of vivid imagery and poignant language showcases his passion for social justice and his firm belief in the power of education. With essays such as 'The Souls of Black Folk' and 'The Talented Tenth,' Du Bois challenges the status quo and advocates for meaningful change in society. Born in 1868, W.E.B. Du Bois was a prominent Civil Rights activist, sociologist, and historian. As a co-founder of the NAACP, he dedicated his life to advocating for racial equality and social justice. His experiences as an African American living in a racially divided society inspired him to write 'The Collected Works of Du Bois,' a testament to his unwavering commitment to fighting injustice. I highly recommend 'The Collected Works of Du Bois' to readers interested in delving into the complexities of race relations, social inequality, and the history of civil rights in America. Du Bois' timeless writings continue to resonate today, serving as a powerful reminder of the importance of fighting for equality and justice for all.
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 dateMar 21, 2018
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The Collected Works of Du Bois
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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