This edited volume explores the experiences of African Americans in Cath-olic schools through historical and sociological analysis as well as personal memoirs and reflections of former students. It challenges the prevailing theory that African Americans are marginalized people existing in constant opposition to dominant cultural beliefs and practices. To the contrary, this book clearly shows that despite racism and instances of cultural incongruity, African Americans who grew up attending Catholic schools have demonstrated ...
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This edited volume explores the experiences of African Americans in Cath-olic schools through historical and sociological analysis as well as personal memoirs and reflections of former students. It challenges the prevailing theory that African Americans are marginalized people existing in constant opposition to dominant cultural beliefs and practices. To the contrary, this book clearly shows that despite racism and instances of cultural incongruity, African Americans who grew up attending Catholic schools have demonstrated remarkable resilience, accommodated without assimilating, and maintained and affirmed their identity. Contributors: Darlene Eleanor York - V.P. Franklin - Vernon C. Polite - Portia H. Shields - Mary E. Dilworth - Lisa D. Delpit - Antoine M. Girabaldi - William Tate - Kimberly C. Ellis
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Add this copy of Growing Up African American in Catholic Schools to cart. $125.65, good condition, Sold by Bonita rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Hialeah, FL, UNITED STATES, published 1996 by Teachers College Press.
Add this copy of Growing Up African American in Catholic Schools to cart. $170.65, new condition, Sold by Bonita rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Hialeah, FL, UNITED STATES, published 1996 by Teachers College Press.
