Black Fathers : an Invisible Presence in America, Second Edition.

This book offers a broader, more positive picture of African American fathers. Featuring case studies of African-descended fathers, this edited volume brings to life the achievements and challenges of being black fathers in America. Leading scholars and practitioners provide unique insight into this...

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Main Author: Connor, Michael E.
Other Authors: White, Joseph
Format: Electronic eBook
Language:English
Published: Hoboken : Taylor & Francis, 2011
Edition:2nd ed.
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Local Note:ProQuest Ebook Central
Table of Contents:
  • Book Cover; Title; Copyright; Dedication; Contents; Preface; Section One: Impact of father engagement; Chapter One: African descended fathers: Historical considerations; Chapter Two: Black fatherhood through my eyes; Chapter Three: Daddy's baby girl: The overlooked story of reappearing fathers; Chapter Four: Toward an African American agenda: Restoring the African American family and community; Chapter Five: Debunking the myth: Understanding fathering in the Black community; Chapter Six: The impact of fathers' absence on African American adolescents' gender role development*
  • Chapter Seven: Finding yourself when you're not at homeSection Two: Father stories; Chapter Eight: Man-to-boy becoming man-to-man: A son's reflection; Chapter Nine: Birthright: Anecdotes of fatherhood, race, and redemption; Chapter Ten: Black fatherhood: Reflections, challenges, and lessons learned; Chapter Eleven: Black man defined: A boy with a purpose becomes a man when the purpose is fulfilled; Chapter Twelve: Making room for Black men to father and mentor; Section Three: Thoughts and reflections; Chapter Thirteen: Fatherhood love.
  • Chapter Fourteen: Strategies for therapeutic success with African American malesChapter Fifteen: Afrikan-centered fathering and the Afrikan-centered paradigm; Chapter Sixteen: Where from here?--Answers are in the community; Author Index; Subject Index.