The Private Lives of Men: Black Americans Since the Time of Slavery

By Philippe Paraire

A groundbreaking work of history that explores the private lives of black men in America from slavery to the present day.

In this groundbreaking work of history, Philippe Paraire offers a new perspective on the black experience in America by exploring the private lives of black men from slavery to the present day. Drawing on a wealth of sources, including diaries, letters, oral histories, and literature, Paraire paints a vivid and intimate portrait of black men's lives, loves, and struggles.

From the horrors of slavery to the challenges of freedom, Paraire shows how black men have navigated a world shaped by racism and discrimination. He explores the ways in which black men have formed families, raised children, and built communities. He also examines the complex relationships between black men and women, and the ways in which black men have expressed their sexuality and gender identities.

The Private Lives of Men is a powerful and moving account of the resilience and strength of black men in America. It is a must-read for anyone interested in African American history, gender studies, or American history in general.

Praise for The Private Lives of Men

"A groundbreaking work of history that sheds new light on the black experience in America. Paraire's writing is both scholarly and accessible, and he brings to life the stories of black men in a way that is both moving and inspiring." —Henry Louis Gates, Jr., Alphonse Fletcher University Professor, Harvard University

"A powerful and important book that challenges our understanding of black masculinity. Paraire's work is essential reading for anyone interested in the history of race and gender in America." —Nell Irvin Painter, Edwards Professor of American History, Princeton University

"A beautifully written and deeply researched book that tells the stories of black men in America with compassion, insight, and understanding. Paraire's work is a major contribution to the field of African American history." —Eric Foner, DeWitt Clinton Professor of History, Columbia University

About the Author

Philippe Paraire is a professor of history at the University of Pennsylvania. He is the author of several books, including Black Men in the American Revolution and The Black Atlantic: A History of the Black Diaspora in the Age of Sail.

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