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An African American Odyssey and Finder's Guide

by Curtis, Nancy C.

Book - 1996

A print guide to locate significant places in African American history with addresses, phone numbers and visitor's information A print guide to locate significant places in African American history with addresses, phone numbers and visitor's information Show less

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Black History in Its Own Words

by Wimberly, Ronald

Book - 2017

Memorable words, anecdotes by prominent personalities as Zadie Smith, Kanye West, Ice Cube, Dave Chappelle, James Baldwin, Spike Lee. Portraits and illustrations support the book greatly. Memorable words, anecdotes by prominent personalities as Zadie Smith, Kanye West, Ice Cube, Dave Chappelle, James Baldwin, Spike Lee. Portraits and illustrations support the book greatly. Show less

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Defining Moments in Black History

Reading Between the Lies

by Gregory, Dick

Book - 2017

A series of in-depth essays in this book cover the subject from African ancestry, surviving the Middle Passage, shootings of black men and the Black Live...Show more A series of in-depth essays in this book cover the subject from African ancestry, surviving the Middle Passage, shootings of black men and the Black Lives Matter movement. A captivating journey through time, defining moments in Black History and exploring historical movements such as The Great Migration, Harlem Renaissance, this book is a very resourceful. Show less

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Black History for Beginners

by Dennis, Denise

Book - 1984

A comprehensive guide on the black struggle from capture and enslavement in Africa, right up to the Civil Rights movement and different kinds of socio-economic struggles is highlighted in this book. A comprehensive guide on the black struggle from capture and enslavement in Africa, right up to the Civil Rights movement and different kinds of socio-economic struggles is highlighted in this book. Show less

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Black Ice: the Lost History of the Colored Hockey League of the Maritimes, 1895-1925

by Fosty, George Robert

Book - 2004

A fascinating account of all athletes of color in the Maritime Hockey League and the results of the game, the morale of athletes is well described in this book. A fascinating account of all athletes of color in the Maritime Hockey League and the results of the game, the morale of athletes is well described in this book. Show less

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Say It Loud

An Illustrated History of the Black Athlete

by Jones, Roxanne

Book - 2010

The book salutes African-American athletes who fought tirelessly not just to be the best at their games but to make their country proud. This is a deeply ...Show more The book salutes African-American athletes who fought tirelessly not just to be the best at their games but to make their country proud. This is a deeply inspiring testament to extraordinary athletic heritage. Beginning with an introduction by Super Bowl winning coach Tony Dungy, the book speaks of familiar names as Serena Williams, Tiger Woods, Mohammad Ali etc. Show less

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The Making of Black Lives Matter

A Brief History of An Idea

by Lebron, Christopher J.

Book - 2017

The movement is quite recent. But author Christopher J. Lebron exemplifies in this book that the sentiment behind the movement goes back to the past. The ...Show more The movement is quite recent. But author Christopher J. Lebron exemplifies in this book that the sentiment behind the movement goes back to the past. The demand of "Black Lives Matter" is justified as that of a richer tradition of equal dignity. Show less

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The Black West

A Documentary and Pictorial History of the African American Role in the Westward Expansion of the United States

by Katz, William Loren

Book - 2005

A scholarly account of the contribution, success, hardship of African Americans and their role in the expansion of country. Pictorial and vivid narration ...Show more A scholarly account of the contribution, success, hardship of African Americans and their role in the expansion of country. Pictorial and vivid narration of African American pioneers, mountain men, settlers, soldiers, miners, mail-order brides, con men, entrepreneurs and politicians makes the book further interesting. Show less

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Black History Month

by O'Brien, Cynthia

Book - 2021

A children's book that uses pictorial support, glossary, table of contents, brief descriptions to provide comprehensive understanding of the subject, is a helpful resource for school projects and general knowledge. A children's book that uses pictorial support, glossary, table of contents, brief descriptions to provide comprehensive understanding of the subject, is a helpful resource for school projects and general knowledge. Show less

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Heroes of Black History

Biographies of Four Great Americans

Book - 2017

A children's book that inspires young readers through the biographies, stories of struggle and success of Harriet Tubman, Jackie Robinson, Rosa Parks, Bar...Show more A children's book that inspires young readers through the biographies, stories of struggle and success of Harriet Tubman, Jackie Robinson, Rosa Parks, Barack Obama. Finely Illustrated with a mix of photographs and illustrations, this is a good resource for children. Show less

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Little Leaders

Bold Women in Black History

by Harrison, Vashti

Book - 2017

A children's board book that had gained Bestseller edition, it features stories of trailblazing black women in American history. Replete with anecdotes of...Show more A children's board book that had gained Bestseller edition, it features stories of trailblazing black women in American history. Replete with anecdotes of courage, bravery, truthfulness, the book is an epitome for children to understand the amazing, inspiring personalities who made the world a better place than earlier times. Show less

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Crafts That Celebrate Black History

by Ross, Kathy

Book - 2002

The fun-filled, relaxing book of handiwork and craft celebrate the accomplishments of African Americans including inventors, activists, educators. Explained in step-by-step instructions of how to build and create, this book is quite resourceful. The fun-filled, relaxing book of handiwork and craft celebrate the accomplishments of African Americans including inventors, activists, educators. Explained in step-by-step instructions of how to build and create, this book is quite resourceful. Show less

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