A book for anyone and not only the black people.
936274
These it's not only for black americans, but to latin people too, we have too much to think from here.
We in history instead of being a "slave" working in the plantations, were servants in a ranch, and being said that, the rest it's the same in our countries, the ones that feel "I deserve this, so you the goverment must give it to me", and the ones that "earn it".
I'm from Mexico and I found this book a must read for everyone that wants to leave the plantation, you don't need the goverment to take care of you, you just have to try it and take care of you by yourself.
I wish this book were translated to spanish, so a lot of hispanic people could read it, I think we have a lot in common with this book.
4890426
A very powerful book and one of the most vivid, lucid, and cogent depictions of being black in America whether you are a young black male (for whom this was written) or not. It gave me a whole new perspective on the inherent racism of our country and lives. I recently read Negroland by Jefferson, but Between the World and Me is a much more powerful and passionate work, more in the streets of everyday life. Everyone will benefit from reading this book.
1716829
He author embodies an outstanding intellectual history of insight and the criticism imbued. The authors shows how peoples psychology is affected by the aim they think others are causing to them. He shows how people might blame others for their actions and the psychological attachment accompanying this. He explores how this might be a sign of not being satisfied with who they are and basically not being happy with themselves. This essay speaks direct top people and helps them change positively and realize that their past is not healthy. Stephens exposes a plan that can help people improve the lives of people by suggesting to the readers the searching they can do within their hearts and souls which will enable them appreciate who they are. He addresses the concerns of the African Americans and the different thinking applied to different matters that deal with African American in the society. Some of the ideas presented in the book are quite inspiring about the African Americans in todays world. The author succeeds in the type and choice of language employed. He outlines the emotions of the black Americans with the view to the difficulties faced due to the bad treatment. I would therefore recommend this book to other people in order to get the benefit of having another learning experience.
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This book is more than the title or picture, going to be honest it kind of threw me off a bit when I was first introduce to it. Turns out I love the book, I felt like the writer did his research and wrote this book in way we would understand. Now I read some reviews here saying this book was only based on how black men can not handle a strong black woman and that was not the message he was trying to get across. I know some people get so offended when you read certain things and that's normal. But I think you should read this book with an open mind , the fact that he doesn't sugar coat it says a lot. Now I come from a country that adores white people, they would literally drop whatever they are doing to help a white person  but would never do it for their own kind. I remember family members would tell you "don't play too much in the sun before you get black". It was like your worth is based on how light skin you are. But don't take my word for it, go ahead and read this book for yourself. He really teaches you stuff they don't teach you in school.
3124533
Great Book that every Black Youth needs to read and be aware of the bigger picture of who we are as people.
1747104
I too am an author who likes to write poetry about Black History and I could not put this book down.  It even taught me a few things.  This book should be distributed amoungst schools, especially during Black History Month (February) and Poetry Month (April).

  As you read each poem, you can feel Faison's pride as an African American come through.  In this book, she cover's topics like Hurricane Katrina, and The Million Man March.  She also teaches us about the accomplishments and achievements of people like Phillis Wheatley, Benjamin Banneker, and Charles Richard Drew just to name a few.  If you don't know who these people are, I suggest you pick up a copy of "28 Days of Poetry Celebrating Black History", and prepare to be enlightened.

My favorite poems were, "Slave Questions", "Buffalo Soldiers", "Riding the Bus with Rosa Parks" and "I Thought I Was Free".  Here are a couple of stanzas from my favorite of all, "Reflections Eternal".

"We built our hope on nothing less

Than God-given rights and His justice

Now we can stand proud and free

As we vividly reflect on our history

We've come so far, yet the road is long

As the struggle continues, we must stay strong

For each reflection etched in our minds

Is hope and power to survive these times"
1747830
Not just for people in wheelchairs, or with chronic illness, but for everyone who lives and breathes on this planet. A motivational book for all to inhale.
3552682
Through "It's Bigger Than Hip-Hop", MK Asante Jr. shows himself to be an incredibly gifted writer. Although, some may think that the content may strictly fall upon Hip-Hop conversation, those that are high in thinking and presently conscious will come to know the book as presented. Asante  brings his writing full force as he shows why our problems in today's society are BIGGER THAN HIP-HOP  and that hip-Hop itself has become a diluted art form that no longer wakes up the conscious but keep us oppressed. Some of the topics covered throughout the book are race, culture Hip-Hop and social justice. After reading this book, many will come away with the principles of being oppressed and that we all, no matter what race or creed we are in this fight together.
4943214
What a great book this is. At a time where we have the first black man to become President of the United States it is more important than ever that we as black people begin to look beyond the trails of our past and start to look for inner strength to become a better as a people. Books like this provide the needed messages that begin to build that inner strenght and self confidence our people need. I especially enjoyed the stories by Mike Smith, Rhonda Lawson and Loren Alves. All of the stories are great but The overall message is wonderful and sorely needed.
4000862
Hello Sister Friends,

If I was Oprah, I would say "everybody gets a copy of this book!"  This book is written especially for black women about how to empower ourselves, care for ourselves, and replenish our spirits.  I find myself frequently pausing to think about what she is saying and its relevance in my life.  I highly recommend it and I am telling all of my friends to read it.
4948841
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Is book sums up what living in America means for all black people no matter their age, I could not put it down.  I hope we can continue to follow all the characters in their rebuild phase.
1199227
This book is not new to me. It is a reminder of how people of color need to be educated and aware of life's journey .
3828673
An Introduction to Black Studies is an excellent book for all those interested in understanding African and African American history.  No book can capture the total history of a people, but Karenga does give you an exceptional look at a wide variety of historical and cultural components.  This is a "text" book.  It is not a novel.  This is not the book that you read for pleasure.  It is for information.  I used this same edition in my I.B.S. class and it changed my life.  I actually was looking for a later edition when I saw the reviews.  I couldn't believe what people were saying about the book so I was forced to write something.  I always have highly recommended this book as a must have to a person who is interested in African Studies.  And I will do it again here...you should buy this book.
658184
I've read this book.  It was helpful in that it help me reconcile the actions of some of us. Every Black American should read this book.  It bring as lot to light.  Some individuals categorize  the author as "Racist".  She has never used her power, money and influence to discriminate against another group of people.  Seems like some individuals need to do some research.
2056958
I love this book. I have read it several times myself and now my granddaughter and I are reading it together. It's a great book in which to open dialogue about everything from self-image, hair, racism, boys, sex and being a black girl in a world where her beauty is over looked or demonized in tthe mainstream media. A definite reading for any girl coming of age.
3170102
A well written book that challenges ones perception of race, America and "our bodies". With all the violence against black men , this book is essential reading for everyone.
4612405
If I could give this book TEN stars, I certainly would. It is worth this and in it's weight of salt. I would even go one step further and say every African American and anyone else who want to understand us, they need to take the time out and read the book. seriously. I sat down and read this book, and I tell you she wrote some things on there that blew me. We are what we eat, what we eat, what we are. We just are. She really brought food for thought within nine points. And she added a pamphlet made by the late Nannie Helen Burroughs (1879-1961)founder of a school for African American womaen in Washington D.C called "Twelve Things The Negro Must Do" that was published somewhere between the 1890s to early 1900s in which she spoke of twelve things we must do in order to thrive as a society. The points made by Ms Burroughs were prophetic especially when she stated in Point Three that he must run his community "UP" not "DOWN". and that "some race (believe it or not) is going to outdo the Anglo-Saxon completely and that it can be the Negro race if the Negro gets sense enough. Civilization goes up and down that way." Whoa! now, this lady was only born a mere ten or so years from slavery, yet she wrote on what was to come. That blew me away. It was like this lady and Ms Hunter were hand in hand with what they were saying and in a way that was spooky. But I tell you, they both were right. we dropped the ball. we talk a good game but didn't do jack. and sometimes you get a person to point out what you need, and Ms Hunter along with Ms Burroughs has done it. Great book for every African American library.