The Souls of Black Folk

W. E. B. Du Bois(1868 – 1963)

Du Bois's "The Souls of Black Folk" remains a foundational text in American literature and civil rights discourse. Published in 1903, it profoundly articulates the African-American experience through powerful essays introducing seminal concepts like "double consciousness" and "the veil." Its incisive critique of racial inequality and fervent call for justice, education, and voting rights continue to resonate, offering timeless insights into identity, freedom, and the persistent struggle for equality.