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The 1960's: Arts and Entertainment
Stuart Kallen
Hardcover (Lucent, Feb. 13, 2004)Analyzes the revolution which took place in such areas as writing, movies, television, commercial art, and music in the nineteen sixties.
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From Painted Scrolls to Anime: Literature and the Arts of Japan
Patty J. Ruland
Hardcover (Lucent, Dec. 10, 2007)Provides an overview of the arts in Japan during the twentieth and early twenty-first centuries, discussing such topics as the decorative and fine arts, literature, architecture, the performing arts, and cinema.
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The War At Home
Linda Spencer
Library Binding (Lucent Books, Dec. 10, 2007)Describes the social, cultural, political, and economic climate of Japan from 1930 to 1945, and details the living and working conditions of Japanese soldiers and civilians on the home front and in Japanese-contolled territories.
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In the Glory of God: Medieval Art
James Barter
Hardcover (Lucent, July 12, 2006)Explains how art was shaped by religion during the Middle Ages and describes how different types of art were used to convey certain messages.
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A Life for God: The Medieval Monastery
William W. Lace
Library Binding (Lucent Books, July 12, 2006)Describes why thousands searched for spiritual meaning by retreating from the world around them and how the notion of monasticism spread westward.
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African Americans in Sports: Groundbreakers and Game Changers
Tamra B. Orr
Library Binding (Lucent Press, Dec. 15, 2019)From Jackie Robinson to Venus and Serena Williams, African Americans have used sports to fight for social change. Many of them had to fight against discrimination, and their strength in the face of adversity on the field and off has inspired many people. Their stories are presented to readers through engaging main text that includes annotated quotes from historians, journalists, and the athletes themselves. Compelling photographs, sidebars, and a timeline help readers trace the struggles and successes of African Americans in sports, from the distant past to today's current debates over kneeling during the national anthem.
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African Americans in the Armed Forces
Tamra B. Orr
Library Binding (Lucent Press, Dec. 15, 2019)African Americans have fought in every major U.S. war, but even as they fought to defend their country, they also had to battle against prejudice simply because of the color of their skin. From the Buffalo Soldiers and Tuskegee Airmen of the past to today's soldiers and officers, African Americans have helped protect a country that has often failed to protect their civil rights. The bravery of these men and women is presented through detailed main text and sidebars that feature annotated quotes. Historical and contemporary images accompany the narrative and a comprehensive timeline of African American military milestones.
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1960's
William Lace
Hardcover (Lucent, Jan. 16, 2004)None
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The Story of African American Music
Andrew Pina
Library Binding (Lucent Books, Aug. 15, 2017)Traces the history of African American music, from its origins with slaves to contemporary hip-hop, focusing on the contributions of such artists as Louis Armstrong, Duke Ellington, Chuck Berry, Aretha Franklin, and Beyonce.
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African American Literature: Sharing Powerful Stories
Meghan Sharif
Library Binding (Lucent Books, Aug. 15, 2017)Explains the challenges black authors have faced in having their work published and being taken seriously by critics and readers.
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African American Entrepreneurs: Stories of Success
Philip Wolny
Library Binding (Lucent Books, Aug. 15, 2017)Profiles black entrepreneurs in United States history, including Absalom Jones, Berry Gordy, and Oprah Winfrey, and describes the adversity many overcame to succeed in American business.
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The Black Arts Movement: Creating a Cultural Identity
Vanessa Oswald
Paperback (Lucent Press, Dec. 15, 2019)The black arts movement was led by African Americans between the 1960s and 1970s, and included artists of all kinds, such as poets, writers, actors, musicians, painters, and dancers. The main goal was to encourage black artists to make art that would tell the meaningful stories of black people and their experiences and struggles throughout history. Readers dive deep into this movement as they explore the main text that features annotated quotes from artists and historians. Sidebars and a timeline provide additional information. Historical images including primary sources give readers an up-close look at this pivotal cultural period.