Gates, Henry Louis, 1950-

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Henry Louis Gates writes nonfiction about African-American history and culture. His work covers a broad range of African-American figures and events, from the trials of Phillis Wheatley to the future of African-American culture in the twenty-first century. Gates's writing includes interviews with a wide variety of influential African-Americans and also includes stories from his own life. His sharp insights keep his history fresh and vital. Gates is always passionate and thought-provoking, while his scholarly approach is tempered by his warm and engaging style. Start with: Wonders of the African World
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Gates, Henry Louis, 1950-
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Henry Louis Gates writes nonfiction about African-American history and culture. His work covers a broad range of African-American figures and events, from the trials of Phillis Wheatley to the future of African-American culture in the twenty-first century. Gates's writing includes interviews with a wide variety of influential African-Americans and also includes stories from his own life. His sharp insights keep his history fresh and vital. Gates is always passionate and thought-provoking, while his scholarly approach is tempered by his warm and engaging style. Start with: Wonders of the African World
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