Books in Hip-hop Biographies series

Booker T. Washington always loved school. Even though he was born into slavery, Booker found ways to learn. By the time he turned 25, he had helped establish a school in Alabama for African Americans. Find out how Booker T. Washington became a leader in the African-American community.

A brief biography that highlights some important events in the life of the man who was the first President of the United States.

A brief biography that highlights some important events in the life of the first American woman in space.

Born a slave, Frederick Douglass escaped to freedom. Find out how he then worked for the freedom of all slaves and equal rights for all Americans.

A brief biography that highlights some important events in the life of the woman who helped to bring about peace and friendship between English settlers in Virginia and the native Powhatan people.

Provides a look at the life, accomplishments, and views of this distinguished Congresswomen, along with an overview of the history of blacks in Texas, enhanced with illustrations, index, Internet information, and more.

Having had to labor in fields most of his youth, Cesar Chavez knew firsthand how badly farm workers were once treated. Find out how this labor organizer fought for workers' rights and challenged farm owners to change their ways.

Jackie Robinson grew up in a time when all people were not treated equally. Throughout his life, Jackie saw firsthand how blacks and whites were treated differently. So when the Brooklyn Dogers asked Jackie to be the first black Major League Baseball player, he accepted the challenge. Find out how Jackie Robinson helped change baseball forever.

How much do you know about Thurgood Marshall? Find out the facts you need to know about this civil rights lawyer and justice of the U.S. Supreme Court. You'll learn about the early life, challenges, and major accomplishments of this important American.

Highlights the life and career of rap musician Missy Elliott.

Albert Einstein was one of the world's greatest scientific thinkers. Find out how the once shy, awkward boy from Germany grew up to make groundbreaking discoveries about space, time, and energy.

Sojourner Truth fought tirelessly for African American and women's rights. Find out how a young girl named Isabella rose from slavery, changed her name, and made her voice heard across the United States.