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Statistical Sources
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Black Americans: A Statistical Sourcebook
E 185.5 .B512x (Reference Desk Collection)
Updated annually, the intent of this book is to bring into a single volume a variety of diverse facts and statistics about all aspects of African American life. The information is arranged by demographics and characteristics of the population; vital statistics and health; education; government and public opinion; crime and law enforcement; labor force; earnings, income, poverty and wealth; and special topics.
Black Demographic Data, 1790-1860: A Sourcebook
E 185.18 .C73 1997 (Ref)
Based on U.S. census data from 1790 through 1860, this book presents useful percentage information about African Americans, both slaves and freed blacks. The tables and graphs show how the percentage of blacks in each region and state have changed over time. They also provide the raw numbers of free blacks and slaves, and the total population, by region and state. There are narrative sections in the book addressing such issues as emancipation, manumission, internal immigration restrictions and international black migration.
Historical Statistics of Black America
E 185 .H543 1995 (Ref)
This 2-volume set provides historical statistics and tables about African Americans beginning in the 18th century through about 1975. The volumes are arranged by broad topics and include things such as: agriculture, business, law enforcement, education, the family, health, housing, wealth, labor, military, politics, population, religion, the professions, slavery and the slave trade, sports, leisure, and vital statistics.
Statistical Record of Black America
E 185.5 .S83 4th 1997 (Ref)
This reference book provides statistical data on all aspects of African American life including vital statistics, attitudes, values, business, economics, crime, legal justice, education, health and medical care, housing, income, labor and employment, politics, population, social services, sports and leisure, and the family.
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