Before the Mayflower: A History of Black America

The Before the Mayflower book is a comprehensive and detailed examination of the black experience in America, from its origins in western Africa to 1961.

This seminal study by a prominent African American figure provides a lively writing style that makes it accessible and engaging for readers.

The book covers the entire historical timeline of African Americans, including the Colonial period through the civil rights upheavals of the late 1950s to 1961, the time of publication.

It sets the record straight about black contributions to the Americas and provides a solid synthesis of current historical research.

The book includes a useful time line and fascinating archival images, making it an essential resource for anyone interested in understanding the complex history of African Americans.