Description
Black History for Every Day of the Year by award-winning historian and broadcaster David Olusoga and his siblings, Yinka Olusoga and Kemi Olusoga, tells the unique and vital story of Black history, sweeping across the world and through the ages.
In these pages you will see hope and connection, ingenuity and creativity, alongside tales of racism and oppression, resistance and celebration. From the Victorian Transatlantic anti-slavery movement and the Black contribution to World Wars One and Two, to the work of Black creatives during the Harlem Renaissance and contemporary figures such as Beyoncé and Stormzy, this book covers well-known figures and unsung heroes, famous and lesser-known cultural moments, and includes important information about Black people throughout history, from ancient times to the modern day.
With a piece of history for every day of the year, this is the perfect book to dip into time and time again.
Accompanied by quotes, poems, illustrations and pictures, Black History for Every Day of the Year is for all ages, revealing a rich history that is relevant to us all.