Adi, Hakim

African and Caribbean People in Britain: A History

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ISBN 13:
9781802060683
author:
Adi, Hakim
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Penguin
language:
English
Publication Year:
2023
Pages:
688
Dimensions:
19.8 x 12.9 x 3.5 centimetres (0
Genre:
History, Europe, Great Britain,
Condition:
New
Availability:
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£16.55

Description

African and Caribbean People in Britain: A History by Hakim Adi For too long, the history of African and Caribbean people in Britain has been reduced to a simplistic narrative. However, this book reveals a more complex and nuanced story, one that spans centuries and highlights the significant contributions of African and Caribbean individuals to British history. From the Roman Empire to the present day, Adi explores the often-overlooked roles of African and Caribbean people in shaping Britain's past. African and Caribbean men and women have played a vital part in Britain's development, from serving in the land's most eminent households to leading the radical struggle for freedom. This book charts a course through British history, providing an unobscured view of the actions of African and Caribbean people and revealing how their achievements have shaped the country's greatest collective successes. By understanding this history, we can gain a deeper insight into the present moment.

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