Black Philosopher, White Academy

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Focusing on the unique experience of William Fontaine, the only African American faculty member at Penn during a time when most black students attended historically black colleges, this book explores his significant contributions as a scholar. Bruce Kuklick delves into Fontaine's career and the broader context of philosophy and academic life in the mid-20th century, highlighting the challenges and achievements of black intellectuals in a predominantly white academic environment.