William Loren Katz

Using the records kept by mixed Indian and African-American colonies located in South, Central, and North America, the author traces the development and contributions of these biracial societies, which formed as a result of white oppression.

"Generations of American history students have grown up believing that slave rebellion was relatively rare, that slaves accepted their lot and became attached to their masters, and that they were ultimately liberated with little or no effort of their own."--

Describes the massive wave of immigration experienced by the United States between 1880 and World War I and the experiences of the immigrants from Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.

Brief biographies of people of mixed Native American and African ancestry who, despite barriers, made their mark on history, including trader Paul Cuffe, frontiersman Edward Rose, Seminole leader John Horse, and sculptress Edmonia Lewis.

Discusses the role of minorities and women in American history and society from 1964 to 1990.

A multicultural history of the United States, from 1913 to 1939, focusing on the experiences of women and minorities.

A multicultural history of the United States, from 1850 to 1880, focussing on the events before, during, and after the Civil War and discussing the experiences of various ethnic groups, notably blacks, Native Americans, and Chinese immigrants, during this period.

Describes famous Black leaders and cultural movements in New York City from its days as a Dutch colony to the 1990s.