| Description |
1 online resource (303 pages) |
| 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* |
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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 |
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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 |
| Summary |
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 understudied population. Short-sighted social policies which do not encourage father involvement are critically examined and the value of father engagement is promoted. The problems associated with the absence of a father are also explored. The second edition features an increased emphasis on:the hi |
| Notes |
Print version record |
| Subject |
African American fathers.
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African American fathers
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| Form |
Electronic book
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| Author |
White, Joseph
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| ISBN |
9780203818329 |
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0203818326 |
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