The Souls of Black Folk

By Du Bois W. E. B. (William Edward Burghardt)

The Souls of Black Folk is a 1903 book written by W.E.B. Du Bois. It is a document that examines the African American race as experienced by Du Bois, and argues for the full rights of black citizens. The book uses essays, writings, historical accounts, and key themes to articulate the state of the African American experience.