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References to this work on external resources. Wikipedia in English (15)This four-volume encyclopedia contains compelling and comprehensive information on African American popular culture that will be valuable to high school students and undergraduates, college instructors, researchers, and general readers. From the Apollo Theater to the Harlem Renaissance, from barber shop and beauty shop culture to African American holidays, family reunions, and festivals, and from the days of black baseball to the era of a black president, the culture of African Americans is truly unique and diverse. This diversity is the result of intricate customs forged in tightly woven communities_not only in the United States, but in many cases also stemming from the traditions of another continent. Encyclopedia of African American Popular Culture presents information in a traditional A_Z organization, capturing the essence of the customs of African Americans and presenting this rich cultural heritage through the lens of popular culture. Each entry includes historical and current information to provide a meaningful background for the topic and the perspective to appreciate its significance in a modern context. This encyclopedia is a valuable research tool that provides easy access to a wealth of information on the African American experience. Contains writings from 100 contributing authors, all identified in a separate listing Includes a chronology placing pivotal events_such as the beginning of black baseball, the modern Civil Rights Movement, and the Harlem Renaissance_in historical context Depicts key places, events, and people through photographs as well as words Provides a list of black radio programs and movies No library descriptions found. |
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Google Books — Loading... GenresMelvil Decimal System (DDC)973.0496073003History and Geography North America United States United States Ethnic And National Groups Other Groups African Americans African AmericansLC ClassificationRatingAverage: No ratings.Is this you?Become a LibraryThing Author. |