33 pages 1 hour read

Carter Woodson

The Mis-Education of the Negro

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1933

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Carter Woodson's The Mis-Education of the Negro is praised for its insightful analysis of the systemic failures in the education of African Americans, highlighting how curricula often disregard African American history and contributions. Critics note its powerful call to action but also sometimes find fault with its repetitive themes. Overall, it remains a thought-provoking and influential work.

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Who Should Read The Mis-Education of the Negro?

A reader who would enjoy The Mis-Education of the Negro by Carter G. Woodson is likely interested in African American history, education reform, and social justice. They typically appreciate works like W.E.B. Du Bois's The Souls of Black Folk or Booker T. Washington's Up from Slavery. This reader values critical examinations of societal and educational structures.

Recommended

Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Themes
Identity: Race
Values/Ideas: Justice & Injustice
Topics
Black Lives Matter
Race / Racism
Education
Genre
Education
Classic Fiction