Andrew Billingsley
Autor von Black Families in White America
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Andrew Billingsley is a professor of sociology and African American studies at the University of South Carolina.
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- Billingsley, Andrew
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- USA
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- Harris, Bonita Billingsley (daughter)
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- #108,639
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- 18
Robert Smalls (1839 - 1915) is a little known figure outside of South Carolina but he deserves to be known by everyone, especially by those who love great stories.
I stumbled upon the story of Smalls's infamous escape as a slave during the American Civil War (May 1862) by accident. Several years later after thorough ongoing research has rewarded my diligence with finding this book by Billingsley.
The author takes a sociological approach throughout making it for an interesting angle to consider the life and accomplishments of Smalls.
There are several other fine books available about Robert Smalls - mostly out of print - so this edition is updated, accurate, fairly comprehensive and a rich source for understanding Smalls.
Well-documented and carefully researched.… (mehr)