UK Black History Month
Reading for October and beyond
A reading list from Yemi Adesina's 34 books: African history, diaspora life, and corrective history for professors, pastors, and families.
Titles for this list
8 titles from the catalogue. Each one links to its book page and its Amazon listing.
500 Years of Black History
A teen-friendly journey through five centuries of Black history, written to help young readers see survival, achievement, and agency more clearly.
What Africa Gave the World
An empowering teen history title about Africa as a source of builders, thinkers, creators, and innovators.
Courageous Allies
Stories of White Britons who opposed Black slavery and stood with the abolition cause.
The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly of Western Civilisation on Africa
A balanced inquiry into the gains, harms, and lasting contradictions of Western civilisation in Africa.
COLONIAL LEGACIES
A comparative analysis of British and French colonial influence and its enduring effects on African governance.
Shared Histories
A comparison of Jewish and African diasporas through suffering, memory, and resilience.
A Century of Immigration
A century of African presence in Britain, told through survival, settlement, and the search for success.
Thriving in the UK
A practical toolkit for African families navigating British systems, culture, and community life.
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Frequently asked questions
- When is Black History Month in the UK?
- Black History Month in the United Kingdom is observed in October each year, with heightened interest in African and Caribbean history books during that window.
- Which Yemi Adesina titles suit UK Black History Month?
- This page highlights eight catalogue titles including 500 Years of Black History, What Africa Gave the World, Courageous Allies, and diaspora guides such as A Century of Immigration and Thriving in the UK.
- Where can I buy these books?
- All titles link to Amazon UK listings. The author's full catalogue is also available on his Amazon author store.