Books in Historical American Biographies series

Traces the life and achievements of the black educator who fought bigotry and sought equality for blacks in the areas of education and political rights.

Traces the life and achievements of the black civil rights worker whose greatest accomplishment, the integration of restaurants in Washington, D.C., came when she was nearly ninety years old.

Examines the life and work of the successful novelist, who became the first African American to win the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1993.

Tells the story of ballerina Maria Tallchief, focusing on her Native American background and her rise to fame with the New York City Ballet

De Varona, Frank

Presents an account of Aristotle's life, from birth to death, and explores his impact on history and the world.

Profiles the life of Betty Shabazz, the widow of Malcolm X, discussing her life as the wife of the outspoken civil rights leader and her role in the civil rights movement after his death.

Discusses the life and accomplishments of the jazz musician, record producer, and composer of movie scores and television themes.

Offers middle readers the triumphant story about a young AfricanAmerican woman who overcame racism and poverty in order to fulfill her dreams of becoming a worldfamous singer.

Surveys the private life and literary accomplishments of the writer whose varied works reflect the traditions, feelings, and experiences of African Americans.

Explore the life of Geronimo in this fascinating biography. Richly supported by photos, art work, and a family tree, readers will come away with an enhanced understanding of an important figure in American history.

Englar, Mary