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Derek W. Black, "Dangerous Learning: The South's Long War on Black Literacy" (Yale UP, 2025)

New Books in African American Studies

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The Fight for Black Literacy in the South

This chapter examines the historical importance of Denmark Vesey's rebellion as a turning point in the struggle for Black literacy in the South. It highlights the transition of literacy from a tool of practical advantage to a symbol of freedom and resistance against oppression, while detailing the severe restrictions imposed by white authorities. The discussion also reflects on the impact of propaganda and censorship on education and the ongoing need for open discourse in society.

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