Race First: The Ideological and Organizational Struggles of Marcus Garvey and the Universal Negro Improvement Association by Tony Martin
Originally published: Westport, Conn.: Greenwood Press, 1976, in series.
A classic and essential study of the Garvey movement, Race First is the most thoroughly researched examination of Marcus Garvey’s ideas and the global impact of the Universal Negro Improvement Association (UNIA). Esteemed historian Tony Martin offers a powerful political analysis of Garveyism, illuminating the movement’s philosophy, strategies, and far-reaching influence on Black liberation studies.
Acclaimed by scholars and historians alike, Race First provides unparalleled insight into Garvey’s vision of Black self-determination, economic empowerment, and unity. As John Henrik Clarke states, this book fills the critical gap missing from most discussions on Garvey—an in-depth political examination of what his movement truly represented.
With meticulous research and scholarly rigor, Martin dissects Garvey’s ideological foundation, his challenges, and the movement’s enduring significance in the fight for Black liberation. As noted by Jamaica Journal, Race First stands as the definitive study of Marcus Garvey.
📖 Paperback | Thoroughly Researched | A Must-Read for Students of Black History and Political Thought
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