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University of Georgia Press Canaan, Dim and Far - Black Reformers in Pittsburgh History

Name: Canaan, Dim and Far - Black Reformers in Pittsburgh History
Brand: University of Georgia Press
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Explore a vital chapter of American history with Canaan, Dim and Far: Black Reformers and the Pursuit of Citizenship in Pittsburgh, 1915-1945. Published by the University of Georgia Press, this book examines the urban landscape of Pittsburgh to analyze African American civil rights and political advocacy. By looking at the era from the Progressive Era through the end of World War II, the text highlights the work of middle-class Black activists who operated in the decades before the mainstream civil rights movement. The narrative follows a diverse group of professionals, including social workers, medical experts, journalists, scholars, and lawyers. This work moves beyond simple concepts of racial uplift and respectability politics to show how these individuals fought for social justice. It provides a deep look at how urban settings shaped the struggle for citizenship and rights, making it an essential read for those interested in Black history and the political evolution of the United States.

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Analyzes African American civil rights and political advocacy through the lens of Pittsburgh as a specific urban case study.

Covers a significant historical timeframe from the Progressive Era to the conclusion of World War II.

Highlights the often neglected history of middle-class Black activism during the decades preceding the civil rights movement.

Profiles a diverse group of leaders including social workers, medical professionals, journalists, scholars, and lawyers.

Examines social justice efforts that extended beyond traditional racial uplift ideology and respectability politics.

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Brand: University of Georgia Press
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 0820358878
Category: Books > Subjects > History > Americas > United States > Black & African Americans
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 30 March 2021
Listed Since: 15 September 2020

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