Black History for Every Day of the Year
David Olusoga, Yinka Olusoga, Kemi Olusoga
Illustrated by Kemi Olusoga
12 September 2024Synopsis
Change everything you thought you knew about history and the people who have shaped it with Black History for Every Day of the Year. By historian and broadcaster David Olusoga and his siblings, Yinka and Kemi, this anthology tells the far-reaching story of Black history.
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.
Discover something new every day in this brilliant gift for readers of all ages.
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12 September 2024
9781529066203Reviews
Inspiring, accessible and meticulously researched . . . an invaluable, fascinating, often heartbreaking resource for anyone, teen or adult, with an interest in history.
"An absolute power punch of a read . . . This is a book that should be in every school (and home) across the country - this is a book for all ages - young and old."
Its perfect to dip in and out of in bite-sized pieces in October and beyond.. this gorgeous hardback reveals a rich history that is relevant to us all.
These 365 entries span everything from the Empire Windrush to film director Jordan Peele (Get Out) via other, often lesser known, but no less vivid chapters in our shared history.
