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"Through a sequence of bold and controversial observations, Peggy Butler gives readers a glimpse into the world of African-Americans as never before. Unlike similar publications that tend to concentrate on the positive aspect and downplay opposing views, MY HEAD IS BLOODY, BUT UNBOWED (a raw collection of 40 commentaries) explores all aspects of the Afrocentric experience. No topic is too sacred or too controversial.
Hence, the book opens with a daring editorial entitled “A Challenge to the 21st Century Black Man” and culminates with a poignant open letter to Blacks of all ages and socioeconomic stature. My Head is Bloody, But Unbowed is a literary cornucopia for anyone who has ever asked the following questions: What captivates and annoys people of color? Why do they think and behave the way they do? What is the rationale behind their fears and aspirations? Why are African-Americans views regarding affirmative action and police brutality in total opposition to individuals of European origin? This book reveals all that and more. Moreover, found among the intrigue are such hot issues as color consciousness (lights vs. dark) and Black-on-Black violence.
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Brad E. Stineard, Resident Scholar
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Ratings are on a 1-10 scale (Low to High)
Kind Of History
Time of history:
- 20th century
- 19th century
History of a people?
Yes
Nationality?
- American--Black
Largely political history?
Yes
Subjects of this Historical Account
Ethnicity (if plays a major part)
- Black
Is the portrayal sympathetic?
- Neutral
Intelligence of subject of
history:
- Smart
Main Adversary
From a certain profession/group?
- champion of justice
How much of work is main antagonist actually present in:
- a substantial amount
Nationality?
- American
Ethnicity? (if plays big part)
- Black
Is the portrayal sympathetic?
- Sympathetic
Setting
United States
Yes
The US:
- Deep South
If applicable, liberal/conservative?
- Historian is very liberal
Style
How much gore?
- 1 (None)
How fast-paced is the book?
- 9 (quite a lot)
Accounts of torture and death?
- generic/vague references to death/punishment
Book makes you feel...
- encouraged
How much focus on stories of individuals?
- Focuses mostly on the people/nation level
How much romance?
- 1 (None)
Is book humorous?
Yes
If humorous, kind of humor
- eccentric personalities
Pictures/Illustrations?
- A significant amount
Length of book
- Less than 150 pages
How much emphasis on small details?
- 8 (a significant amount)
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