Modern Black Nationalism: From Marcus Garvey to Louis Farrakhan

More than fifty prominent thinkers on the development and lasting legacy of black nationalism in America

Since its dramatic growth under Marcus Garvey and the Universal Negro Improvement Association during the 1920s, black nationalism has played a central role in American political and intellectual life. In Modern Black Nationalism, William L. Van Deburg has collected the most influential speeches, pamphlets, and articles that trace the development of black nationalism in the 20th century.

Beginning with Marcus Garvey, the acknowledged father of the 20th-century movement, William L. Van Deburg here provides a showcase of the work of more than fifty prominent thinkers including Louis Farrakhan, Elijah Muhammad, Maulana Karenga, the founder of Kwanzaa, Amiri Baraka and Molefi Asante. Rare pamphlets distributed by organizations such as the Black Panther Party, articles from underground magazines, and memos from governmental officials offer a fresh look at the roots and the manifestations of this movement.

Author: William L. Van Deburg
Publisher: New York University Press
Published: 12/01/1996
Pages: 396
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 1.10lbs
Size: 8.92h x 5.85w x 0.98d
ISBN: 9780814787892

Review Citation(s):
Library Journal 11/01/1996 pg. 90

About the Author
Deburg, William L. Van: - William L. Van Deburg is Professor of Afro-American Studies at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. His previous books include New Day in Babylon: The Black Power Movement and American Culture, 1965-1975, and Slavery and Race in American Popular Culture.