Black History for Every Day of the Year
by David Olusoga; Yinka Olusoga; Kemi Olusoga
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Pub Date 12 Sep 2024 | Archive Date 12 Sep 2024
Macmillan Children's Books | Macmillan
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Description
Change everything you thought you knew about history and the people who have shaped it.
Black History for Every Day of the Year by historian and broadcaster David Olusoga and his siblings, Yinka and Kemi, tells the far-reaching story of Black history. Discover something new every day in this brilliant gift for readers of all ages.
Did you know that Aretha Franklin was the first woman to be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame? And that a Black woman discovered the cure for leprosy? Or did you know that the first accounts of a Black Samurai in Japan date back almost 500 years ago?
Packed with quotes, poems, illustrations and pictures, Black History for Every Day of the Year gives you new insights about well known figures and inspirational unsung heroes. With stories of hope, connection and creativity, alongside tales of racism, resistance and celebration - from the nineteenth century anti-slavery movement, to World Wars I and II, to the Harlem Renaissance, Stormzy, Simone Biles and beyond.
What will you discover today?
Available Editions
| EDITION | Other Format |
| ISBN | 9781529066203 |
| PRICE | £25.00 (GBP) |
| PAGES | 512 |
Available on NetGalley
Featured Reviews
Stephen R, Educator
Once in a while a book comes along that has a powerful impact; a book that causes you to pause and reflect ; a book that educates, celebrates and broadens awareness and ultimately one that you want everyone to read .
David Olusoga, Yinka Olusoga and Kemi Olusoga have created an astounding book- yes, it is a reference daily " dip-in " book with facts for a year but this is so much more.
Covering Black History going back centuries and across continents, this is a book that celebrates and brings attention to well-known, forgotten and unknown figures who change the course of history through their determination to fight oppression, push the boundaries in the arts, sport science and much more
It also highlights key moments in history - the battles to free enslaved people; the persecution of thousands, the horrors of history- especially wars but also the pivotal moments that made change. The events and people who campaigned and battled for recognition and change that still have an impact today. It is drawing attention to these events that allows us all to recognise the importance of not forgetting the past and never letting history repeat itself.
This is also a book of recognising originality and talent and strength - the joyous creativity of musicians, singers and artists ; the academic genius of people at the forefront of change in medicine and science -the forgotten vanguards of brilliance and those men and women who stood their ground to gain equality and recognition ( especially within the army)
Thus is a book that should be in every school ( and home) across the country - this is a book for all ages - young and old.
Not just a book of 2024 but an important compendium to inform and inspire - an absolute power punch of a read
Highly recommended .
