Heart and Soul
The Story of America and African Americans
Book - 2011
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An simple introduction to African-American history, from Revolutionary-era slavery up to the election of President Obama.
An simple introduction to African-American history, from Revolutionary-era slavery up to the election of President Obama.
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Add a SummaryAn old woman stands in front of a portrait in the Capitol rotunda in Washington D.C. Bent over she regards the art there, recounting how it was black hands that built the Capitol from sandstone. “Strange though . . . nary a black face in all those pretty pictures.” Looking at them you would swear black people hadn’t been here from the start, but that’s simply not true. With that, the woman launches into the history of both our nation and the African Americans living in it, sometimes through the lens of her own family. From Revolutionary War soldiers to slavers, from cowboys to union men, the book manages in a scant twelve chapters to offer us a synthesized history of a race in the context of a nation’s growth. An Author’s Note rounds out the book, along with a Timeline, a Bibliography, and an Index.
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Add a CommentThe author really took his time with this book (which is a good thing). I was definitely going through the motions but this book was truly amazing and I highly recommend.
For a morning time or history addition.
I've come to enjoy Kadir Nelson's artistry through his editorial work for New Yorker magazine and it translates wonderfully to the realm of children's books. His talent for emotive storytelling shines in Heart and Soul and is a must read.
A truly beautiful book to celebrate Black History month. The magnificent artwork of Kadir Nelson throughout the book highlights the stories of the struggles and journey of African Americans from slavery on through to the election of our nation's first black President.
Highly recommended for everyone.
Kadir Nelson chronicles milestones in the history of African-Americans - with striking images and a personal narrative.
Heart and Soul gives us a true overview of African Americans from start to near finish with pictures that draw in readers from the cover onwards. This is the title every library should own. The book has heart. The pictures have soul.
NYTimes Notable Children's book for 2011