Juneteenth: The Story Behind the Celebration by Cotham Jr., Edward T - 2021-05-25

State House Press. Used - Very Good. Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in excellent condition. May show signs of wear or have minor defects.

Juneteenth: The Story Behind the Celebration by Edward T. Cotham, Jr.
Juneteenth has been touted as a national day celebrating the end of slavery. Observances from coast to coast have turned this event into parts of the national conversation about race, slavery, and how Americans understand, acknowledge, and explain what has been called the national "original sin."
But, why Juneteenth? Where did this celebration -- which promises to become a national holiday -- come from? What is the origin story? What are the facts, and legends, around this important day in the nation's history?
This is the first scholarly book to delve into the history behind Juneteenth. Using decades of research in archives around the nation, this book helps separate myth from reality and tells the story behind the celebration in a way that provides a new understanding and appreciation for the event. Juneteenth will captivate people interested in the history of emancipation and African American history but also those interested in… Read More

Hardback. New.

State House Pr, 2021. Hardcover. New. 425 pages. 9.25x6.25x1.00 inches.

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