A Small Nation of People: W. E. B. Du Bois and African American Portraits of Progress – An Illustrated History from the Landmark 1900 Paris Exposition
by Deborah Willis, David Levering Lewis
Explore W. E. B. Du Bois's visionary exhibit at the 1900 Paris Exposition in this illustrated history. Co-authored by Deborah Willis and David Levering Lewis, it features portraits and documents that depict African American progress, challenging stereotypes and celebrating resilience in a transformative era.
About This Book
A Small Nation of People delves into the landmark 1900 Paris Exposition, where W. E. B. Du Bois curated a powerful display of African American life and accomplishments. The book presents an illustrated history that captures the essence of progress through portraits and documents from this era.
Authors Deborah Willis and David Levering Lewis bring to light the significance of Du Bois's contributions, emphasizing how these exhibits challenged prevailing stereotypes and affirmed the humanity and potential of Black Americans.
The work serves as a visual and narrative testament to the early 20th-century efforts to portray African American progress on an international stage, offering a rich archive of images and historical context.
Through this lens, the book illustrates the intersection of art, activism, and history in Du Bois's enduring legacy.
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