This work marks the recent passing of the 100th Anniversary of Du Bois’ classic of African American literature. More than fifty events and celebrations were held in cities and universities around the country. It poignantly explores the relationship of Du Bois, the man, to his writings. It is written by expert team of authors including the prominent Manning Marable. The Souls of W. E. B. Du Bois explores the relationship of W. E. B. Du Bois’ seminal book, The Souls of Black Folk , to other works in his scholarly portfolio and to his larger project concerning race, racial identity, and the social objectives of scholarly engagement. Prominent authors consider why the classic book remains so relevant today.