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Black AF History
- The Un-Whitewashed Story of America
- De: Michael Harriot
- Narrado por: Michael Harriot
- Duración: 15 h y 42 m
- Versión completa
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General5 out of 5 stars 1,341
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Narración:5 out of 5 stars 1,243
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Historia5 out of 5 stars 1,243
America’s backstory is a whitewashed mythology implanted in our collective memory. It should come as no surprise that the dominant narrative of American history is blighted with errors and oversights—after all, history books were written by white men with their perspectives at the forefront. It could even be said that the devaluation and erasure of the Black experience is as American as apple pie. In Black AF History, Michael Harriot presents a more accurate version of American history.
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5 out of 5 stars
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LOVE It!
- De KMB en 09-29-23
- Black AF History
- The Un-Whitewashed Story of America
- De: Michael Harriot
- Narrado por: Michael Harriot
History with entertaining & humorous presentation
Revisado: 06-13-24
Black AF History is a masterful blend of scholarship, storytelling, and wit, offering readers an engaging journey through the rich tapestry of African American history. The author, with a deft touch, combines incisive analysis and an infectious sense of humor to breathe life into stories that are often overlooked in mainstream historical narratives.
One of the book's standout features is its commitment to laying a solid foundation before delving into more widely recognized events and figures. By doing so, it situates the reader firmly within the context of African American heritage, tracing its roots back to early African civilizations and the transatlantic slave trade. This thorough groundwork enriches the reader's understanding and appreciation of the resilience and ingenuity that have characterized the African American experience.
The book excels in presenting little-known facts and anecdotes that surprise and enlighten. From the forgotten contributions of African Americans to the intricate networks of the Pre-underground Railroad, it sheds light on the myriad ways African Americans have shaped and been shaped by the American story. These lesser-known tales are not only informative but are presented with a flair that makes them memorable and deeply human.
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The World That Made New Orleans
- From Spanish Silver to Congo Square
- De: Ned Sublette
- Narrado por: Sean Crisden
- Duración: 11 h y 52 m
- Versión completa
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General4.5 out of 5 stars 242
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Narración:4.5 out of 5 stars 218
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Historia4.5 out of 5 stars 217
Offering a new perspective on the unique cultural influences of New Orleans, this entertaining history captures the soul of the city and reveals its impact on the rest of the nation. Focused on New Orleans' first century of existence, a comprehensive, chronological narrative of the political, cultural, and musical development of Louisiana's early years is presented.
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2 out of 5 stars
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great book; terrible "performance"
- De WGNYC en 11-28-17
- The World That Made New Orleans
- From Spanish Silver to Congo Square
- De: Ned Sublette
- Narrado por: Sean Crisden
Must Read/Listen Book
Revisado: 08-20-18
A book every Louisianian & New Orleanian should read. insightful and provocative knowledge is powerful
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The Sun Does Shine
- De: Anthony Ray Hinton, Lara Love Hardin, Bryan Stevenson - foreword
- Narrado por: Bryan Stevenson - foreword, Kevin R. Free
- Duración: 9 h y 11 m
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General5 out of 5 stars 7,663
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Narración:5 out of 5 stars 6,934
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Historia5 out of 5 stars 6,906
In 1985, Anthony Ray Hinton was arrested and charged with two counts of capital murder in Alabama. Stunned, confused, and only 29 years old, Hinton knew that it was a case of mistaken identity and believed that the truth would prove his innocence and ultimately set him free. But with an incompetent defense attorney and a different system of justice for a poor black man in the South, Hinton was sentenced to death by electrocution. He spent his first three years on Death Row at Holman State Prison in despairing silence.
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5 out of 5 stars
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DOWN WITH CAPITAL PUNISHMENT!!!
- De MUDDBONE en 04-29-18
This shouldn't happen in America today!
Revisado: 08-07-18
An entertaining, heartwarming recollection of the hope and perseverance that Anthony Ray Hinton lived through for a crime he didn't commit. Our system is suppose to be fair, honest and without a doubt. There was definitely doubt in the conviction and continued incarceration of Mr. Hinton. In America we are suppose to be innocent until proven guilty regardless of financial status or race. A must read for everyone
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