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Book Synopsis: The Destruction of Black Civilization took Chancellor Williams sixteen years of research and field study to compile. The book, which was to serve as a reinterpretation of the history of the African race, was intended to be "a general rebellion against the subtle message from even the most 'liberal' white authors (and their Negro disciples): 'You belong to a race of nobodies. You have no worthwhile history to point to with pride.'"
The book was written at a time when many black students, educators, and scholars were starting to piece together the connection between the way their history was taught and the way they were perceived by others and by themselves. They began to question assumptions made about their history and took it upon themselves to create a new body of historical research.
The book is premised on the question: "If the Blacks were among the very first builders of civilization and their land the birthplace of civilization, what has happened to them that has left them since then, at the bottom of world society, precisely what happened? The Caucasian answer is simple and well-known: The Blacks have always been at the bottom." Williams instead contends that many elements—nature, imperialism, and stolen legacies—have aided in the destruction of the black civilization.
The Destruction of Black Civilization is revelatory and revolutionary because it offers a new approach to the research, teaching, and study of African history by shifting the main focus from the history of Arabs and Europeans in Africa to the Africans themselves, offering instead "a history of blacks that is a history of blacks. Because only from history can we learn what our strengths were and, especially, in what particular aspect we are weak and vulnerable. Our history can then become at once the foundation and guiding light for united efforts in serious[ly] planning what we should be about now."
It was part of the evolution of the black revolution that took place in the 1970s, as the focus shifted from politics to matters of the mind.
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Discover the untold history of the African race with the groundbreaking book, "Destruction of Black Civilization: Great Issues of a Race from 4500 B.C. to 2000 A.D." Written by Chancellor Williams after sixteen years of extensive research and field study, this book aims to challenge the distorted version of African history that has been perpetuated for centuries.
Are you tired of being told that your history is insignificant? Break free from the limiting beliefs imposed upon you by others. "Destruction of Black Civilization" serves as a powerful rebellion against the narrative that suggests Black people have no worthwhile history to be proud of. Learn the truth and reclaim your heritage.
At a time when African students, educators, and scholars began awakening to the connection between the way their history was taught and their own self-perception, Chancellor Williams embarked on a mission to provide an alternative narrative. This book questions the assumptions made about Black history and repositions the focus on Africans themselves, reminding us that our ancestors were the founders of civilization.
Uncover the factors that contributed to the decline of black civilization, from the encroachment of nature to the oppression of imperialism and the theft of legacies. The revelations in "Destruction of Black Civilization" will challenge your preconceived notions and open your eyes to the hidden truths of history.
Now is the time to seize this opportunity for self-discovery! By understanding our strengths and vulnerabilities, we can engage in united efforts to shape a better future. Let the history of our ancestors become the foundation and guiding light to meaningful actions in the present.
Join the revolution of the mind that emerged in the 1970s. Move beyond mere political revolutions and embark on a journey of intellectual enlightenment. Experience the monumental shift in focus, as African history takes its rightful place at the center of our collective consciousness.
Don't miss out on this transformative reading experience. Order your copy of "Destruction of Black Civilization" now and embark on a journey that will reshape your understanding of the world.
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