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The Revolution Has Come: Black Power, Gender, and the Black Panther Party in Oakland

Robyn C. Spencer
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The Revolution Has Come: Black Power, Gender, and the Black Panther Party in Oakland

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2016

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Robyn C. Spencer

The Revolution Has Come: Black Power, Gender, and the Black Panther Party in Oakland

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2016
Book Details
Pages

280

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

Oakland, California • 1960s

Publication Year

2016

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Revolution Has Come: Black Power, Gender, and the Black Panther Party in Oakland by Robyn C. Spencer explores the grassroots origins and development of the Black Panther Party, focusing on individuals’ roles in shaping its Black Power ideology. The book highlights gender dynamics within the movement and how women contributed to the party’s evolution and community impact in Oakland.

Informative

Inspirational

Challenging

Gritty

Mysterious

Reviews & Readership

4.4

204 ratings

86%

Loved it

10%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Revolution Has Come by Robyn C. Spencer is praised for its thorough research and insightful analysis of the Black Panther Party's gender dynamics in Oakland. It offers a nuanced perspective on Black Power and feminism. Some critiques mention its dense academic style, which may challenge general readers. However, it remains a significant contribution to historical discourse.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Revolution Has Come: Black Power, Gender, and the Black Panther Party in Oakland?

Readers interested in civil rights history, Black feminist perspectives, and radical activism will enjoy The Revolution Has Come. Fans of Assata: An Autobiography by Assata Shakur and Women, Race, & Class by Angela Y. Davis will find it engaging for its deep dive into the Black Panther Party's impact.

4.4

204 ratings

86%

Loved it

10%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

280

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

Oakland, California • 1960s

Publication Year

2016

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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