The Souls of Black Folk (Dover Thrift Editions) (Dover Thrift Editions: Black History)

In "The Souls of Black Folk" by W. E. B. Du Bois, a cornerstone of African-American literary history comes to life through a profound exploration of racial justice. First published in 1903 and reissued in this Dover Thrift Edition in 2016, Du Bois's collection of essays challenges the injustices that have long silenced black voices in America. Pioneering the early civil rights movement, Du Bois critiques the prevailing policies of accommodation endorsed by Booker T. Washington, advocating instead for a vigorous confrontation of racial inequalities. This seminal work not only delves deep into the African-American psyche but also exposes the social structures that perpetuate segregation and inequality. High school readers will find in Du Bois's eloquent prose a powerful call to affirm the dignity inherent in every human being and to reject any form of subjugation. "The Souls of Black Folk" remains an essential reflection on the fight for civil rights and the enduring impact of racial injustice, compelling readers to question and confront the status quo.