Black and British: An Illustrated History for young readers

From Roman times to the present day, this is the story of Black British history.

Embark on a journey through Black British history with this beautifully illustrated guide by award-winning historian and broadcaster, David Olusoga. Illustrations by Jake Alexander and Melleny Taylor.

The essential starting place for anyone who wants to learn about Black British history. David Olusoga’s thought-provoking text charts the forgotten histories of Black people in Britain.

From Roman Africans guarding Hadrian’s Wall, to an African trumpeter in the court of Henry the Eighth, Black Georgians fighting for the abolition of slavery, Black soldiers fighting for Britain in the First World War, the journey of the Windrush generation and right up to today. These are just some of the stories told in this essential introduction to 1800 years of Black British history.

This children's edition of the bestseller Black and British: A Forgotten History is beautifully illustrated in full colour with maps, portrait galleries, timelines, photos and portraits.

Winner of The SLA Information Book Awards 8-12 Children’s Choice Award and Children’s Choice Overall Winner in 2022

Contributor: Jake Alexander (Illustrated by), Melleny Taylor (Illustrated by)

Illustrator: Jake Alexander, Melleny Taylor

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