SynopsisThe life and career of this pioneering historian are detailed in this book. The son of former slaves, Woodson became the first scholar of African-American history, creating this field of university study. He was also the creator of Negro History Week, which has now grown into Black History Month, celebrated nationwide., Carter G. Woodson: Father of African-American History details the life and career of this pioneering historian. The son of former slaves, Woodson became the first scholar of African-American history, creating this field of university study. In 1926 Woodson created Negro History Week, which has now grown into Black History Month, celebrated nationwide.