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1864 Civil War Lincoln Propaganda Miscegenation Race Mixing Book Black Americana
This booklet was published in 1863 / 1864 as a hoax or "fake news" to influence the presidential election of that year. Considered a literary forgery, the booklet was supposedly from the abolitionist Republicans of Abraham Lincoln but is actually from the pro-slavery Copperhead Democrats.

LOT of 4 Civil Rights Book MLK Taylor Branch Afro-American History Vintage
Dream: The Words and Inspiration of Martin Luther King Jr. Great collection for educators, collectors, or anyone interested in Civil Rights history. Books show visible wear consistent with age and use.

African American Book Lot Black Authors Success Identity Think Grow Rich Carter
Think and Grow Rich: A Black Choice. Reflections of an Affirmative Action Baby.

Maya Angelou & Iyanla Vanzant Lot Of 3 Books Heart of a Woman Song Flung Heaven
A Song Flung Up to Heaven – Maya Angelou. The Heart of a Woman – Maya Angelou.

1987 Marcus Garvey Exhibition Black Culture African American UNIA Book
About 6" x 9", 15 pages, softcover, illustrated.

Skipjack The Story of Americas Last Sailing Oystermen Christopher White PB
Chronicles a pivotal year spent with three captains at the helm of skipjacks, the wooden oystering sailboats unique to the Chesapeake Bay. Author: Christopher White. Topic: Oyster Fisheries, Chesapeake Bay, Skipjacks.

Black History Rarity! Daniel Alexander Payne: Christian Educator 1935 Edition)
Scholars have long noted that Coan’s work is.

1956 Philander Smith College Yearbook

The Negro in American Culture by Margaret Just Butcher-Vintage Paperback 1957
Please see pics to determine condition Pb1r1

1922 florence AL Birthright T S Stribling Made into all black film Oscar Michaux
"Birthright: A Novel" by T. S. Stribling is a work of fiction written during the early 20th century. BIRTHRIGHT, a novel by. As he arrives at Hooker's Bend, the narrative hints at both the external challenges he will face, including systemic racism and social expectations, and the internal conflicts stemming from his identity and ambition.

C 1900 Segregated School Illustrated Notebook of Jazz Pioneer OA Lewis + Photo
26 Fully Narrated & Illustrated Pages feature unique "run-around" text layouts with original watercolor and graphite illustrations. Bartlett was a cornerstone of Black education in the area, and this artifact demonstrates the sophisticated level of historical and artistic instruction provided to its students at the turn of the century.

Journal of Black Poetry Fall-Winter 1971 Vintage Original Publication
116 Pages.

1960's "Black Bibliography" Reference Guide History Education Books Vintage
Black Bibliography, a reference guide. Compiled to aid students and residents of Long Beach College who were seeking information on relevant books for academic papers.

The Challenge of Blackness by Lerone Bennett; Black Paper No.1 Booklet, 1970
Booklet, by Lerone Bennett Jr., published by the Institute of the Black World, Black Paper No.1. Ten page introduction followed by 11 pages of text. No markings, light wear to the booklet. No interior writing or marks.

KELLY MILLER'S HISTORY OF WW1 AFRICAN AMERICAN SOLDIER PICS Fair to Negroes 1919
Kelly Miller's "History of the World War for Human Rights" is a rare and valuable addition to any collection of Black Americana. The book offers a unique perspective on the experiences of African Americans during World War I, and is an important piece of historical literature. With its provenance available, this book is a testament to the struggles and achievements of the black community during this time period. It's a must-have for any collector or history enthusiast interested in the history of civil rights and the experiences of black Americans. In very good condition little foxing no water damage very rare book may photograph of African American soldiers, nurses , cooks , battlefield scenes and much more rare book of African American history

1984 The WORKER~much on NANNIE H. BURROUGHS~Vintage Magazine Pub. by Her School
It served as a devotional and educational quarterly for Christian living and action. The magazine was introduced by Burroughs to equip Christian workers and promote soul-winning within the church and community.

Rare 1892 Original African American Book Sheet Music Print Black Love Story
Incredible condition except spine. Would make a great gift!

Rare! The Crisis A Record of The Darker Races Oct 1929
The Crisis A Record of the Darker Races October 1929 Issue. The Crisis, the official magazine of the NAACP, founded by W.E.B. Du Bois. A seldom-seen piece from one of the most influential publications of the era.

Antique Al G. Field’s Operative Minstrel Songster - Rare 19th C. Minstrelsy Ephe
An original, rare copy of Al G. Field’s Operative Minstrel Songster. Troupe Info: Credited to "Al G. Field & Co.’s United Operative Minstrels," boasting "24 Cultured Artists" and a "Military Band". Frontispiece: Features a detailed engraved portrait of Al G. Field.

1922 1ST ED NEGRO PRESS BY DETWEILER BLACK AMERICANA ANTIQUE BOOK
269 pages. CONDITION F air - good. Hinges and spineblock good. No loose pages.

23 Historical African American Civil War Prints ~ Harper's & Leslie's Weekly
Prints were produced over 40 years ago by an Atlanta Antique/Book dealer with print plates made from original Civil War era woodcut engravings of Harper's Weekly and Frank Leslie's Illustrated newspapers.

1950s charles zukoski birmingham white banker book favoring black Rights ALABAMA
Zukoski, Charles Jr. (author). 51/2x 81/2format, opening to approx. These columns / essays were published originally in the SHADES VALLEY SUN newspaper (serving the southern suburbs of Birmingham including Mountain Brook).

1931 book of american Negro Spirituals, by James Weldon Johnson; worn but CHEAP!
New York: The Viking Press, MCMXXXI (I.e. 1931); 9th printing (first was in 1925); with 187 pages (mostly music with musical notations), in a hardcover binding. Book is complete, readable & usable BUT worn with the spine taped up; shaky inside (but holding together "okay"); binding is rubbed & worn but one can easily read the original title on the front cover.

1999 Reign Of The Word Warriors By Benumerata & Insan Muhammad INSAN
I do not attempt to dry clean or wash the item as to keep the cost down.

1970 vintage AFRICAN AMERICAN BOOK signed sexton WHY SHOULD I LOVE WHITE MAN
Wendell P. Sexton author signed. Why sould I love the White Man?. SCROLL DOWN for MORE PHOTOS.

1975 BERTA ORNELAS COME DOWN FROM THE MOUND SIGNED BOOK BY EVELYN CORLISS WHITE
Evelyn C. White was born on March 29, 1954 in Chicago, Illinois to Amanda Cantrells and Andrew S. White. She was one of five siblings. White currently lives in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada, and has contributed to publications like The Coast, The Nova Scotia Advocate, Halifax Examiner.
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Little Brown Koko Book Lot of 3 By Blanche Seale Hunt
Books have wear but otherwise in good condition. Little Brown Koko: First Series Little Brown Koko Little Brown Koko Has Fun

1962 Civil Rights Prog. 1st Congregational Church -FREEDOM RIDER Margret Leonard
Founded in 1867, First Congregational Church was a cornerstone of the city’s Black elite and a hub for social activism.The guest speaker for this 1962 event, Margaret "Sissy" Leonard, was a prominent white Southerner and student activist who made national headlines just one year prior as one of the 1961 Freedom Riders.

100 Amazing Facts About the Negro by J.A. Rogers Black Americana Book
Very good condition. First edition. Very rare. Minor soiling. Shelf wear

1942 TURKEY TROTT AND THE BLACK SANTA
This book is printed on high quality paper with a strong hardback binding. Fly pages are highly decorated with pictures to enhance the story. Corners are bumped and spine cover has wear.

Black American Sculpture Middle Passage Slave Ship Ceramic Bowl 26WX10L VTG
This work of art symbolizes the strength of the ancestors who survived. A beautiful work of art from my personal collection just over 30 years.There are two other works of art in this collection, the Sister Bowl, and the Coffee Mug Set with Cowrie Shells painted on it.

RARE NORMAN LEWIS BLACK PAINTINGS 1946-1977 STUDIO MUSEUM AFRICAN AMERICAN

1879 Wehman's Minstrel Sketches with "Tambo" 1st Edition Laugh League Books

Out of the House of Bondage Thavolia Glymph PB 2008 Slavery Southern History
📚 Scholarly 2008 paperback by Thavolia Glymph, published by Cambridge University Press, on the transformation of the plantation household in the nineteenth-century South. 🏛️ Paperback ISBN: 9780521703987.

African American Women Lot Of 6 Assorted Books Joyner Kersee Bondwoman Narrative
The Bondwoman’s Narrative by Hannah Crafts (edited by Henry Louis Gates Jr.). This lot highlights powerful voices, cultural history, and personal narratives across generations. A Kind of Grace by Jackie Joyner-Kersee (autobiography).

The Autobiography of Malcolm X w/Alex Haley 22nd Printing
"The Autobiography of Malcolm X" by Malcolm X and Alex Haley is a powerful and influential book that delves into the experiences and perspectives of the iconic civil rights leader.

On the Come Up Angie Thomas HC 2019 Balzer Bray YA Hip Hop Novel
A powerful YA novel from Angie Thomas, bestselling author of The Hate U Give. 🎤 Follows Bri, a teen rapper fighting for her voice 🔥 Themes of ambition, identity & systemic injustice 📚 Hardcover edition (Balzer + Bray, 2019) 🏆 From a #1 New York Times bestselling author 🎶 Perfect for fans of contemporary YA & hip-hop culture 📖 Condition: Good with cosmetic wear to dust jacket edges and corners (see photos). Pages clean and binding secure.

100 Amazing Facts About the Negro 1970 J.A. Rogers Vintage Paperback Book
1970 Edition.

SOWETO 2nd ed 1983 By Peter Magubane Marshall Lee Pictorial History
"SOWETO 2nd ed 1983 By Peter Magubane & Marshall Lee Pictorial History" is a book that captures the culture of South Africa during the 1970s and 1980s through a pictorial history. This dust cover hardbook provides a visual representation of the Soweto experience, showcasing the struggles and triumphs of the community.

THE NEGRO IN OUR HISTORY ~1922~Carter G Woodson~The Start Of Black History Month
[9] The thought process behind the week was never recorded, but scholars acknowledge two reasons for its birth: recognition and importance. [10] In 1915, Woodson had participated in the Lincoln Jubilee, a celebration of the 50-years since emancipation from slavery held in Bronzeville, Chicago.