AfricanBurialGround Book Recommendations & Book Mentions
This list consists of recommendations or mentions of books spotted in media, social media accounts, podcasts or other public websites.
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A National Monument established in 2006 that is the final resting place for an estimated 15,000 free and enslaved Africans in the 1600s and 1700s.
Idia of the Benin Kingdom: An Empowering Book for Girls 4 - 8
Ekiuwa AireAfricanBurialGroundoin Ranger Bethany for a special reading of "Idia of the Benin Kingdom" this Saturday, March 12th at 10:30am. This empowering book is targeted for children ages 4-8. Either call (212)238-4367 or email african_burial_ground@nps.gov to reserve your spot. #FindYourPark https://t.co/mDzQbml0kO
Hardcover, 2020
$19.99Member price:$9.99 + Free shipping50% off your first book
The Interesting Narrative of the Life of Olaudah Equiano: Or Gustavus Vassa, the African. Written by Himself
Olaudah EquianAfricanBurialGroundOlaudah Equiano (c.1745-1797) was a self-made man who become the first successful professional Black writer. Equiano is best known for his autobiography, The Interesting Narrative of the Life of Olaudah Equiano, or Gustavus Vassa, the African. #FindYourPark #EncuentraTuParque https://t.co/Iuk7vvEmqv
Paperback, Large Print, 2017
$17.99Member price:$8.99 + Free shipping50% off your first book
What to the Slave Is the Fourth of July?
Frederick DouglassAfricanBurialGroundFrederick Douglass delivered his famous speech “What to the Slave is the Fourth of July?” in 1852. In his speech Douglass advocated for equal rights, justice, and citizenship for Black people. Watch Douglass' descendants read his speech at: https://t.co/GYP466W3Se https://t.co/S0kkns6iPE
Paperback, 2021
$4.99Member price:$2.49 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Reckoning with Slavery: Gender, Kinship, and Capitalism in the Early Black Atlantic
Jennifer L. MorganAfricanBurialGroundJennifer L. Morgan is the author of the Reckoning with Slavery: Gender, Kinship and Capitalism in the Early Black Atlantic. Watch Professor Morgan's presentation titled "Reckoning with Slavery" by visiting https://t.co/TwCHlmupC0... #FindYourPark #blackhistorymonth2023 https://t.co/AYAzuFneTY
Paperback, 2021
$28.95Member price:$27.50 + Free shipping5% off
Coretta: The Story of Coretta Scott King: Commemorative Edition
Martin Luther KingAfricanBurialGround#PrideMonth: Coretta Scott King was an activist, independent from her husband, Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Scott King fought for LGBTQ rights for decades. Learn more: https://t.co/oHZ4RV5bjk #FindYourPark #EncuentraTuParque #AfricanBurialGroundN #CorettaScottKing #MLK https://t.co/tATadhbcjF
Paperback, 2006
$14.00Member price:$14.00 + Free shipping0% off(Limited Discount Book)
Poems on Various Subjects - Religious and Moral
Phillis WheatleyAfricanBurialGroundPhillis Wheatley, who was known for her remarkable poetry and impressive language, became the first enslaved Black woman to publish a book when her collection of poems, “Poems on Various Subjects, Religious and Moral” was published in 1773. #FindYourPark #AfricanBurialGroundNM https://t.co/YmjgPcjhx9
Paperback, 2016
$14.90Member price:$7.45 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Poems on Various Subjects, Religious and Moral.
Wheatley Phillis 1753-1784AfricanBurialGroundPhillis Wheatley, who was known for her remarkable poetry and impressive language, became the first enslaved Black woman to publish a book when her collection of poems, “Poems on Various Subjects, Religious and Moral” was published in 1773. #FindYourPark #AfricanBurialGroundNM https://t.co/YmjgPcjhx9
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The Interesting Narrative of the Life of Olaudah Equiano: Gustavus Vassa, The African: Large Print
Olaudah EquianoAfricanBurialGroundOlaudah Equiano (c.1745-1797) was a self-made man who become the first successful professional Black writer. Equiano is best known for his autobiography, The Interesting Narrative of the Life of Olaudah Equiano, or Gustavus Vassa, the African. #FindYourPark #EncuentraTuParque https://t.co/Iuk7vvEmqv
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Interesting Narrative of the Life of Olaudah Equiano: Written by Himself (an African American Heritage Book)
Olaudah EquianoAfricanBurialGroundOlaudah Equiano (c.1745-1797) was a self-made man who become the first successful professional Black writer. Equiano is best known for his autobiography, The Interesting Narrative of the Life of Olaudah Equiano, or Gustavus Vassa, the African. #FindYourPark #EncuentraTuParque https://t.co/Iuk7vvEmqv
Paperback, 2024
$9.49Member price:$9.49 + Free shipping0% off(Limited Discount Book)
The Emancipation Proclamation
Abraham LincolnAfricanBurialGroundJuneteenth Countdown: 11 Days The Emancipation Proclamation President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation on January 1, 1863, as the nation approached the third year of the Civil War. For more info visit: https://t.co/Kd9VzZbcYg #Juneteenth2023 #FindYourPark https://t.co/9hReuG0hN7
Hardcover, 1998
$12.95Member price:$6.47 + Free shipping50% off your first book