The Negro Problem
Charles W. Chesnutt
- 98 pages
- English
- ePUB (mobile friendly)
- Available on iOS & Android
The Negro Problem
Charles W. Chesnutt
About This Book
The Negro Problem is a collection of essays edited by Charles W. Chesnutt and published in 1903. The book explores the complex issues surrounding race and racism in America at the turn of the 20th century. It includes essays from a variety of perspectives, including both black and white writers, and covers a range of topics, such as the economic, social, and political conditions of African Americans, the history of slavery, and the psychology of race relations. The book also includes personal accounts of racism and discrimination and proposes various solutions to the "negro problem" including education, economic independence, and political representation. The book is considered an important historical document in the ongoing discussion of race and inequality in America.