African-Centered Education (1991) by Haki Madhubuti & Safisha Madhubuti
From the Home of Bill Ayers & Bernardine Dohrn - Foundational Text on Black Education
$50.01
Title:
Rare "African-Centered Education" (1991) by Haki Madhubuti & Safisha Madhubuti – From the Home of Bill Ayers & Bernardine Dohrn
Description:
A vital work on education and cultural identity with unique radical provenance! This copy of African-Centered Education: Its Value, Importance, and Necessity in the Development of Black Children by Haki Madhubuti and Safisha Madhubuti, Ph.D., published in 1991, is a foundational text on the role of culturally specific education in nurturing the identity and academic success of Black children. The Madhubutis, both noted educators and writers, explore strategies for building a curriculum and educational approach rooted in African-centered values and history.
This particular copy is part of the personal collection of Bill Ayers and Bernardine Dohrn, influential leaders of the Weather Underground and longtime advocates for education reform and social justice. An embossed stamp inside the booklet authenticates its provenance, reading:
"From the home of Bill Ayers and Bernardine Dohrn"
and includes the Weather Underground logo along with the powerful slogan "All Power to the People."
About the Book:
Published by Third World Press, a Black-owned publishing house founded by Haki Madhubuti, African-Centered Education is a critical exploration of how education can shape the cultural and intellectual development of Black children. This book is a must-have for educators, parents, and those committed to promoting educational equity and cultural empowerment.
Provenance:
The provenance from the home of Ayers and Dohrn not only enhances its collectible value but also ties it to two of America’s most prominent revolutionary figures, making it a one-of-a-kind collectible for those interested in Black education, radical history, and countercultural literature.
Why We're Selling:
The proceeds from this sale will support the production of the upcoming book project:
"Bomb Ass Recipes from the Kitchen of Bill Ayers & Bernardine Dohrn."
Curated by artist Shane Bugbee, this new book will include family recipes, stories, quotes, and an exclusive interview with Bill Ayers, offering a unique glimpse into the personal side of two iconic activists.
Estimated Value:
With its unique provenance and relevance to both educational and revolutionary history, this booklet is valued between $150 and $300. The historical significance of its content and the radical history of Ayers and Dohrn make it a compelling addition to any collection.
Shipping & Handling:
We will carefully package this collectible item to ensure it arrives safely. A tracking number will be provided upon shipment.
This is a rare opportunity to own a unique piece of educational and cultural history, while also supporting a project that keeps the revolutionary spirit alive!
Certificate of Authenticity
Each item in this exclusive collection of Books, Zines, Political Pamphlets, and Unique Artifacts has been personally curated from the home of American revolutionaries Bill Ayers and Bernardine Dohrn. Spanning their long careers as activists and radical organizers, these rare pieces are more than just collectibles—they’re tangible pieces of history that bear witness to a life of resistance, community building, and defiance against the status quo.
Every item comes with a Certificate of Authenticity featuring an embossed stamp that reads: “From the Home of Bernardine Dohrn & Bill Ayers,” accompanied by the Weather Underground logo and the powerful phrase “Power to All People.” This stamp certifies the provenance of these historically significant items, ensuring their authenticity and preserving the legacy of two individuals who helped shape American political activism.
Whether it’s a well-worn political pamphlet that fueled the fires of rebellion or a personal artifact from their private collection, this certificate guarantees that you’re holding a genuine piece of radical history.