A Movement in Every Direction by Jessica Bell Brown, Ryan N. ... - 9780300264463

A Movement in Every Direction by Jessica Bell Brown, Ryan N. ... - 9780300264463

Yale University Press

Explore the profound and ongoing impact of the Great Migration through a rich collection of historical and contemporary texts and images. "A Movement in Every Direction: A Great Migration Critical Reader" immerses you in Black history, detailing the mass exodus of millions of African Americans from the South. This book presents diverse perspectives, featuring archival photography, newspaper clippings, maps, journal articles, book excerpts, and even family recipes. It includes writings from influential figures like W. E. B. Du Bois and Toni Tipton-Martin, culminating in a powerful roundtable discussion with contemporary Black artists, writers, and scholars. The content is thoughtfully organized into three thematic sections: the Great Migration's effect on American cities, its influence on Black Southern foodways, and its role in cultural expression. This volume serves as vital testimony to the systemic challenges of social segregation, racism, and discrimination faced by Black communities. Product Summary: Yale University Press, "A Movement in Every Direction: A Great Migration Critical Reader", Hardcover, English, 320 pages, ISBN: 9780300264463. Explores the Great Migration's impact on urban life, foodways, and culture through historical and contemporary texts and imagery. Features contributions from W. E. B. Du Bois, Toni Tipton-Martin, Theaster Gates, Kiese Laymon, and Carrie Mae Weems.

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