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  • African American History

  • A Captivating Guide to the People and Events that Shaped the History of the United States
  • By: Captivating History
  • Narrated by: Duke Holm
  • Length: 3 hrs and 30 mins
  • 4.6 out of 5 stars (33 ratings)

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African American History

By: Captivating History
Narrated by: Duke Holm
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Explore captivating stories and facts about African American history!

The history of African Americans is a long and tragic chronicle of events. The people who dared to stand up and speak out against the systemic cruelty and oppression were often brutally killed for their efforts. This has created a rich tapestry of defiant and courageous leaders and followers who have gradually pressed for the evolution of thought within the United States of America.

Discover personal stories, struggles, and achievements of people like:

  • Harriet Tubman
  • Martin Luther King, Jr.
  • Malcolm X
  • Rosa Parks
  • Frederick Douglass
  • And many more

Some of the topics covered in this audiobook include:

  • The First Africans in America
  • How Slaves Were Viewed
  • African Americans' Contribution to Literature, Art, and Music
  • The Fight for Independence
  • Fugitive Slave Laws
  • The Gabriel Prosser Revolt
  • The Denmark Vesey Revolt
  • The Beginning of the End of Slavery
  • The Rallying Movements and Moments, and the Civil War
  • Continued Oppression in Freedom and the Early Struggles for Equality
  • Exodus from the South and the Fight for Education Within the South
  • African Americans Begin to Stand Together
  • Founding of Something New Through Pain and Self-Expression
  • Integration and the Civil Rights Movement
  • Those Who Fought for Their Inalienable Rights in a Country That Would Deny Them
  • And a great deal more that you don't want to miss out on!

Listen to this audiobook now to learn more!

©2017 Captivating History (P)2017 Captivating History
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  • Categories: History
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Great History

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This book was needed for a college course. It arrived promptly and was just what I needed. I'm currently getting an A- in my course and wouldn't be able to without this book. Great service!

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The skillfully woven examples of the contributions that African Americans made that impacted a nation and in fact the world, were encouraging and enlightening. I would suggest this book to anyone who is in need of a positive outlook on life or encouragement for your tomorrow.

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Great Compliment

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This book is a great compliment to the African American Experience class I am taking. Listening to this book alone is a great experience.

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Great Package

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This devotional is packed full of basic tools to help the listeners navigate through their daily life. It is practical and empowering and useful when faced with the challenges of life.

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So Far So Good

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I only listen to the first part because it was needed for my African American History class... It was so simple and If the rest of the book is like that, it is worth to buy. 5 stars.

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Very Interesting Audiobook

This was a very interesting Audiobook. It was a great summary of highlights of the plight of the African American history from the beginning of slavery until the current situation.

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Groundbreaking

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This groundbreaking volume establishes new perspectives on black history--its scholarship and pedagogy, scholars and interpreters, and evolution as a profession.

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Good Choice For Students

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This is an excellent resource for students or history buffs. It is organized well with a wealth of information. I would definitely recommend this volume for a reference library or for history majors and others who are interested in the genre.

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I was looking for this

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It was just what I was looking for and it is exactly what i need to know the history!

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I'm Happy With This

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I bought this for my college class, and it's one book I don't plan on selling back anytime soon. It's highly informative, insightful and personal. I truly loved listening to the compilation of these stories and it's certainly a resource.

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