A Voice from the South by Anna J. Cooper
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| Author | Cooper, Anna J. (Anna Julia), 1858-1964 |
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| LoC No. | 12002877 |
| Title |
A Voice from the South By a Black Woman of the South |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A_Voice_from_the_South |
| Note | Reading ease score: 53.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "A Voice from the South" by Anna J. Cooper is a collection of essays written in the late 19th century. The work primarily addresses the challenges and injustices faced by Black women in America, emphasizing their vital role in the progress and regeneration of society. Through her commentary, Cooper seeks to provide a voice for those who have been historically marginalized, particularly highlighting the unique experiences of Black women in the southern United States. The opening of the book sets the stage for Cooper's exploration of womanhood, race, and social justice. Cooper reflects on the silence surrounding the struggles of the Black woman, illustrating her determination to contribute to the discourse on race and gender. She articulates the necessity of acknowledging and amplifying the voices of Black women, who have often been overlooked in discussions about societal progress, particularly in the context of the South's complex racial dynamics. This initial segment serves as a powerful introduction to her arguments advocating for the education and empowerment of women, establishing the foundational premise for the essays that follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E151: History: America: United States |
| Subject | African Americans -- Southern States -- Social conditions -- 19th century |
| Subject | African American women -- Southern States -- Social conditions -- 19th century |
| Subject | African American women -- Southern States -- History -- 19th century |
| Subject | African Americans -- Southern States -- History -- 19th century |
| Subject | Southern States -- Race relations |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 61741 |
| Release Date | Apr 2, 2020 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jul 18, 2024 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 273 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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