The sociological souls of Black folk

"The Souls of Black Folk is W.E.B. Du Bois's most famous work. Often viewed as a classic in African American literature and the history of the African American experience, the sociological significance of this work has been understated. Initially, Du Bois wanted to prepare a volume that would showcase his ongoing sociological work on "the Negro problems." While many editions of this classic text have appeared, no edition has focused primarily on the eight previously published essays. This fact alone makes The Sociological Souls of Black Folk unique. The introductory essay by Robert A. Wortham highlights the sociological significance of the original essays, and the eight additional essays included by Wortham address such topics as African American entrepreneurship, crime, race relations, liberal arts education, the function of the Black Church, and quality of life in the Southern Black Belt. The Sociological Souls of Black Folk provides the reader with an opportunity to gain a greater appreciation for Du Bois's early sociological work and recognize that Du Bois was indeed one of the pioneering figures in the development of sociology in the United States."--page [4] of cover.