I find American history and the struggle of lower class people an interesting subject to talk about. Anything new?
2007-03-12 15:44:29 · 9 answers · asked by Alisha W 3 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Books & Authors
I was having and have been having lively discussions in regards to the Barack situation. The feeling is (as per newsweek's article January 1st) that although, a black male in America- Obama cannto connect to the black consituency because he has not led the life of a 'typical' africal american in society. He does not have a heritage that is rooted in the slave trade and civil rights movement or current substandard social situations- he is the child of an african immigrant who captures the ideals of the American Dream (review his books in abrnes and noble), but not Black America. African Americans constitute 13% of the population and if and when Obama receives the nomination he will be heavily tested by the black community to ensure he can provide what they want and need in a leader because he lacks the historical aspect to be successful
2007-03-12 15:50:53 · answer #1 · answered by actuatedtendancy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This isn't new but if you haven't read "Chesapeake" by James Michener I recommend it. It deals with American history in New England from the time of the first European settlers to modern times so obviously native Americans and African slaves played a huge role.
It's a very long book but definitely high quality literature. I think James Michener was the greatest American writer and his historical fiction is the best there is.
2007-03-12 17:37:15 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You know, there are plenty of people that have bucks who would be considered lower class people. If you're talking socio-economic (and I think you are, but I just wanted to put that out there), you might want to check out Ruby Payne.
She's done a lot of work regarding children and the poverty cycle.
2007-03-12 16:38:37 · answer #3 · answered by Isthisnametaken2 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I love reading about history too, but not strictly American. An author named Edward Rutherfurd has written some terrific novels about London, Russia...
If you love history, you'll really enjoy his work. Start with "London" it was fascinating.
2007-03-12 15:48:56 · answer #4 · answered by alisongiggles 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think history is very interesting.
2007-03-12 15:50:33 · answer #5 · answered by redunicorn 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Lots of people do. Get a book about Eugene Debbs. Get a reader of WEB DuBois, too.
2007-03-12 15:52:13 · answer #6 · answered by blahblah 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Well that is a very sad conversation if you are part of the lowwer class or broke.
2007-03-12 15:46:57 · answer #7 · answered by Ms.Midwest 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When I was young we (as a nation) made great strides... and now we are heading backwards in that struggle.
2007-03-12 15:46:59 · answer #8 · answered by nostromobb 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
try reading about Emma Goldman if this is an interest to you
2007-03-12 15:47:14 · answer #9 · answered by Clarkie 6 · 2⤊ 1⤋