Black Legacy: A History of New York's African American

by William Loren Katz

The author of Black Indians traces the history of African Americans in New York from the colonial period to the present day, capturing the people and events--from early slaves to the Harlem Renaissance to the Civil Rights Movement--that changed the course of America.

256 pages, Hardcover

First published April 1, 1997

Reviews

[Nicole C. · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book takes the reader on a journey of the history of African Americans, from the first settlers in the Dutch colony of New Amsterdam to the election of Mayor David Dinkins in the 1980s.

A very detailed and interesting account of African Americans and their struggles and triumphs in New York City. With copious footnotes, wonderful black and white photographs, and maps to help the reader center the locations spoken about, I thought this was a great introduction to the history of a vibrant city, as told by the citizens who struggled hardest. The reading level is best suited for middle grades readers. This is definitely readable just on its own, but is also a great jumping-off point for a research paper or project. I also wish there was an updated edition to bring readers up to speed, at least through the nineteen-nineties.

[Karen]

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