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Black And White Sat Down Together: The Reminiscences Of An Naacp Founder
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In 1903, When White Settlement Worker Mary White Ovington Was 38, She Had No Sense That There Was A Racial Problem In The United States. Six Years Later, She, W.E.B. Dubois, And Fifty Others Founded The Naacp. Their Goals Included Ending Racial Discrimination And Segregation, And Achieving Full Civil And Legal Rights For Africanamericansa Dream That Is Still Alive Today, Along With The Organization They Founded.Ovington'S Candid Memoir Reveals A Corageous Woman Who Defied The Social Restrictions Placed On Women Of Her Generation, Race, And Class, And Became Part Of An Inner Circle That Made The Decisions For The Naacp In Its First Forty Years. Her Actions Often Brought Unwelcome Notorietyas When Lurid Newspaper Headlines Announced Her Attendance At A Biracial Dinner In 1908Yet She Continued Working Sidebyside With Such Colleagues As Dubois, James Wheldon Johnson, And Walter White, And Began Travelling Across The Country To Help Establish Naacp Chapters In The Deep South, The Midwest, And California.Serialized In The Baltimore Afroamerican Newspaper In 1932 And 1933, Ovington'S Memoirs Are Here Available For The First Time In Book Form. Black And White Sat Down Together Offers An Insider'S View Of A Seminal Phase In The Struggle For Civil Rights, And A Moving Encounter With A Woman Who Was Hailed In Her Time As A Fighting Saint.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Black and White Sat Down Together'? A: The main theme of 'Black and White Sat Down Together' is the struggle for civil rights in the United States, as narrated by Mary White Ovington, a founding member of the NAACP. The memoir provides insights into the organization's early efforts to combat racial discrimination and segregation.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Black and White Sat Down Together' is Mary White Ovington, who was a prominent social worker and civil rights activist.
- Q: What type of book is this? A: 'Black and White Sat Down Together' is an illustrated memoir that combines personal reminiscences with historical accounts of the early years of the NAACP.
- Q: How many pages does this book contain? A: The book contains 184 pages, providing a concise yet impactful narrative of Ovington's experiences.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: This book is listed as 'New', ensuring that it is in pristine condition for readers.
- Q: When was 'Black and White Sat Down Together' published? A: The book was published on September 1, 1996.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers interested in civil rights history? A: Yes, this book is highly suitable for readers interested in civil rights history as it offers an insider's perspective on the founding of the NAACP and the early civil rights movement.
- Q: What can readers expect from the author's writing style? A: Readers can expect a candid and insightful writing style from Ovington, as she shares her personal experiences and reflections on the social issues of her time.
- Q: Does the book include any historical context? A: Yes, the memoir provides historical context surrounding the formation of the NAACP and the societal challenges faced by African-Americans in the early 20th century.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: 'Black and White Sat Down Together' is available in paperback binding, making it lightweight and easy to handle.