The Souls of Black Folk

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      The Souls of Black Folk by W.E.B. Du Bois, first published in 1903, is a seminal work in African American literature and sociology. Through a series of essays, Du Bois explores the profound impact of racism on the lives of Black Americans in the post-Civil War era. He introduces the concept of “double consciousness,” describing the internal conflict experienced by Black people who are forced to see themselves through the eyes of a racist society. The book delves into the history of African Americans, the legacy of slavery, and the ongoing struggle for civil rights, making it a powerful critique of systemic oppression and a call for social justice.

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      In The Souls of Black Folk, W.E.B. Du Bois confronts the harsh realities of racism and its deep impact on the lives of African Americans in the early 20th century. He vividly portrays the struggles faced by Black individuals as they navigate a society that marginalizes and dehumanizes them. Du Bois introduces the idea of “double consciousness,” where Black people constantly wrestle with their identity, torn between how they see themselves and how the dominant white society perceives them. This internal conflict underscores the broader struggle for equality and recognition in a country that has failed to live up to its promises of freedom and democracy for all its citizens.

      Du Bois doesn’t just recount the experiences of Black Americans; he analyzes the structural barriers that perpetuate inequality. He critiques the failures of Reconstruction, the persistence of Jim Crow laws, and the economic exploitation that keeps Black communities in poverty. Through his essays, Du Bois calls for education, political activism, and the upliftment of Black culture as essential steps toward achieving true equality.

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      Details

      Publisher : Book.io

      Series : Banned

      First Publication Date : 1903

      Author : W. E. B. Du Bois

      Genres: African American Literature, Cultural Studies, History, Non-Fiction, Philosophy, Political Philosophy, Sociology

      Language : English

      Word Count : 70,000

      Format : DEA (Decentralized Encrypted Asset)

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      Cover Art : Includes 4K hi-resolution book cover

      Cardano Retail Price : 39 ADA

      Cardano Discount Price : 29 ADA, for wallet holding The Communist Manifesto

      Purchase Limit: 4

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      Author Info

      W. E. B. Du Bois

      W. E. B. Du Bois (1868–1963) emerged as one of the most influential intellectuals and civil rights activists of the 20th century. Born in Great Barrington, Massachusetts, Du Bois became the first African American to earn a Ph.D. from Harvard University. He tirelessly advocated for the rights of Black Americans, using his sharp intellect and powerful writing to challenge the systemic racism that pervaded American society. His work laid the foundation for the civil rights movements that followed… Read More

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