8vo. Original wrappers (wrappers detached with chipping and short tears at edges, some staining). 

FIRST EDITION of one of Du Bois's early sociological articles. In the introduction, he outlines his purpose: "to discuss certain considerations concerning the study of the social problems affecting American Negroes; first, as to the historical development of these problems; then as to the necessity for their careful systematic study at the present time; thirdly, as to the results of scientific stud o fhte Negro up to this time; fourthly, as to the scope and method which future scientific inquiry should take, and lastly, regarding the agencies which this work can best be carried out." Issued as publication No. 219 of the American Academy of Political and Social Science. RARE: online records indicate no copies ever sold at auction.