A Nation Apart
The African-American Experience and White Nationalism
Format:Hardback
Publisher:Taylor & Francis Ltd
Published:5th Feb '19
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This book examines the ongoing struggle for social justice by and for African Americans. Examining the persistent rolling back of civil and voting rights for this population and other minorities since the end of Reconstruction, the author discusses the continued colonization of African Americans and the rise of white nationalism before considering what can be done to create a democratic version of Americanism. With discussions on the possibilities that exist for eliminating health disparities, increasing income and reducing wealth inequality, enhancing the urban environment and housing stability, reforming criminal justice, and reconsidering the case for reparations for the descendants of slaves, the author considers whether white nationalism is a threat to Democratic Americanism and if the declining fortunes of working class Americans can be reversed by means of a "Marshall Plan" for the United States. A study of the sustained racial injustices of American society over the last century and a half and their possible remedies, A Nation Apart will appeal to all those with interests in race and ethnicity and questions of social justice.
"This is a thought-provoking book. A timely work which highlights the complexities of racial dynamics in the United States since Reconstruction. It reframes our perspectives by contesting interpretations of racial progress during the first half of the twentieth century, and positing new views on the post-Civil Rights era."
Leslie Wilson, Professor of History, Montclair State University, USA.
"Arnold Birenbaum's book gives an in-depth account of the African-American struggle for human dignity, respect, and honor in America that has taken place over multiple centuries. He masterfully strikes a moral chord that sends a piercing sound which causes all 'True Americans' to no longer turn away from such injustices."
Corey L. Kennard, Senior Pastor, Amplify Christian Church, USA.
"This is a thought-provoking book. A timely work which highlights the complexities of racial dynamics in the United States since Reconstruction. It reframes our perspectives by contesting interpretations of racial progress during the first half of the twentieth century, and positing new views on the post-Civil Rights era."
Leslie Wilson, Professor of History, Montclair State University, USA
"Arnold Birenbaum's book gives an in-depth account of the African-American struggle for human dignity, respect, and honor in America that has taken place over multiple centuries. He masterfully strikes a moral chord that sends a piercing sound which causes all 'True Americans' to no longer turn away from such injustices."
Corey L. Kennard, Senior Pastor, Amplify Christian Church, USA
ISBN: 9781138324367
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Weight: 453g
198 pages