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Reading list
We've selected ten books
that we think will supplement your
learning. Use these to
develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a
deeper understanding of the topics covered in
Chains.
Pulitzer Prize-winning study of the debate over slavery in the United States in the 19th century. It is written by a leading historian of slavery and provides a comprehensive overview of the issue.
Personal and powerful meditation on race in America. It is written by a leading African American writer and must-read for anyone who wants to understand the issue of race in the United States.
Comprehensive history of racist ideas in America. It traces the development of racist ideas from the colonial era to the present day.
Argues that slavery was not just a moral evil but also a central force in the development of American capitalism. It is based on extensive research in archives and is written in a clear and engaging style.
Argues that the federal government played a major role in segregating America in the 20th century. It is based on extensive research and provides a new understanding of the history of racial segregation in the United States.
Detailed and unflinching history of racial violence in the United States. It explores the roots of violence from slavery to the present day.
Provides a comprehensive overview of the history of slavery in the United States, from its origins in the colonial era to its abolition in the 19th century. It is written by a leading historian of slavery and is based on extensive research.
Provides a history of the United States from the perspective of Native Americans. It explores the impact of colonization and racism on Native American peoples.
This biography of Harriet Tubman, one of the most famous conductors on the Underground Railroad. It is written in a clear and engaging style and is appropriate for readers of all ages.
Guide to primary sources on slavery in the United States. It provides an overview of the different types of sources available and how to use them to research slavery.
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