The African-American Odyssey: Media Research Update

by Darlene Clark Hine, William C. Hine, Stanley Harrold

The African-American Odyssey, Volume 1 is a clear and comprehensive narrative of African-American history, from its African roots to the late 1800s. This book discusses the journey of the African-American from slavery, abolition, and the quest for freedom, through the civil war, emancipation, and black reconstruction. This is an essential read for those interested in the whole of American history.

Genres: Nonfiction, History

368 pages, Paperback

First published October 1, 1999

Reviews

[Stefanie Robinson · Rating 3 out of 5]

I am currently taking a class about slavery, and this book was the required reading for it. The book was really informative, giving history of Africa as well as a lot of information about enslavement. I normally do not enjoy the textbooks required, but this one was good.

[Adri Pascual · Rating 5 out of 5]

I am going to reread it, and read it again. Very well written. 💯
-Great Citations, and references to historical sites in the United States, at the end of each chapter. Loved it.

[Jo · Rating 5 out of 5]

Though it was for a class I thoroughly enjoyed how well written and factual this book was. The timeline presented gave me a much more in-depth and truthful story of what happened leading up to and during the early years of the slave trade. It dispelled common rumors plainly and gave well researched reasons why. I plan to buy this book for my home library as the e-book for class has expired for me.