A Tribute for the Negro - Paperback

by Wilson Armistead (Author)

A Tribute for the Negro is a book written by Charles Colcock Jones and edited by Samuel Armistead and Wilson Armistead. The book is a collection of essays, speeches, and sermons that aim to honor the contributions of African Americans to American society. The book includes writings from prominent African American figures such as Frederick Douglass and Sojourner Truth, as well as white abolitionists and religious leaders. The essays cover a range of topics, including the history of slavery, the struggle for civil rights, and the role of religion in the lives of African Americans. The book provides a unique perspective on the African American experience in the 19th century and serves as a tribute to the resilience and strength of the African American community.1848. Being a vindication of the moral, intellectual and religious capabilities of the colored portion of mankind; with particular reference to the African race. Illustrated by numerous biographical sketches, facts, anecdotes, etc. and many superior portraits and engravings. The purpose of this volume, in contradiction to the idea of the Negro being designed only for a servile condition, is to demonstrate that the Sable inhabitants of Africa are capable of occupying a position in society very superior to that which was generally assigned to them at the time this work was originally published.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.