African American Hist to 1877
HIUS
5559
Graduate
Fall
2017
This seminar is designed to introduce students to the literature of African-American History, from the colonial era to the end of Reconstruction. Major themes and debates will be highlighted, including the political, economic, social, and cultural experiences of African-Americans. The course will help students define specific interests within the field and aid in preparation for examinations. Students will read a book a week and spend the semester writing a 20-25 page historiographical essay.
