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¿ A new Introduction, foreword and Life & Works¿ Part of a series of classic, often neglected works by black writers.¿ The series gathers together the roots of modern black sci-fi¿ With a Glossary of Gothic, Victorian & Literary terms
About the author
The sociologist, political revolutionary, writer and joint founder of the NAACP (National Association for the Advancement of Colored People) W.E.B Du Bois (1868–1963) was a renowned essayist and early advocate for civil rights and social justice.
Dr. Sandra M. Grayson is a tenured full professor in the English Department at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. Her publications include the books Visions of the Third Millennium; Symbolizing the Past; A Literary Revolution; and Sparks of Resistance, Flames of Change.
Patty Nicole Johnson writes sci-fi that envisions a more equitable society. Her work has been published or is forthcoming in New American Legends, On the Seawall, Midnight & Indigo, Constelación and Flame Tree’s Black Sci-Fi Short Stories. She is also revising her debut novel, The Rhythm of Reveries and has been a panellist at FIYAHCON.
Summary
Du Bois' radical text is a rare statement of values formed around the vision of a collective life, where the humanity of black women and men is treated with dignity and equality. He expresses his themes through a series of literary forms: polemic essay, prayer, poetry and short science fiction.
Foreword
Du Bois' foundational investigation of social justice and civil rights by means of essay, poetry, prayer and short science fiction.
