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  • Barack Obama

    Heather Lehr Wagner

    Paperback (Checkmark Books, Sept. 1, 2008)
    A critically acclaimed biography series of history's most notable African Americans includes straightforward and objective writing combined with important memorabilia and photographs.
    Z+

  • George Washington Carver: Botanist

    Gene Adair, Nathan Irvin Huggins

    Paperback (Chelsea House Pub, July 1, 1989)
    A biography of the Afro-American whose scientific research revolutionized the economy of the South
    S

  • Nat Turner: Slave Revolt Leader

    Terry Bisson

    Library Binding (Chelsea House Pub, April 1, 1988)
    A biography of the slave and preacher who, believing that God wanted him to free the slaves, led a major revolt in 1831
    Y

  • Aretha Franklin: Singer

    Heather Lehr Wagner

    Library Binding (Chelsea House Pub (L), Aug. 16, 2010)
    One of the giants of American music, Aretha Franklin has released more hit singles than any other female singer in recording history. Dubbed the "Queen of Soul," she has recorded numerous successful albums in a wide range of genres, including gospel, rhythm and blues, American standards, and pop. In 1987, she became the first woman inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Aretha Franklin's life story is an inspiring account of the evolution of popular music, of a woman determined to shape her career on her terms, and of a child prodigy whose voice continues to thrill and amaze audiences. Read about this remarkable musical pioneer, from her struggles to her successes, and how she continues to influence new generations of singers in Aretha Franklin: Singer.
    W

  • Terry McMillan

    Bruce Fish, Becky Durost Fish

    School & Library Binding (San Val, Nov. 16, 2001)
    None

  • W.E.B. Dubois

    Mark Stafford, Nathan Irvin Huggins

    Library Binding (Chelsea House Pub, Jan. 1, 1990)
    Examines the life of the black scholar and leader who devoted himself to gaining equality for his people.
    W

  • Gregory Hines: Entertainer

    Dennis Abrams

    Library Binding (Chelsea House Pub, Feb. 1, 2008)
    A critically acclaimed biography series of history's most notable African Americans includes straightforward and objective writing combined with important memorabilia and photographs.
    Z+

  • Father Divine/Religious Leader

    Robert Weisbrot

    Hardcover (Chelsea House Pub, Dec. 1, 1991)
    Examines the life and career of the black religious leader who founded the Peace Mission Movement, which worked to end poverty, racial discrimination, and war

  • Rosa Parks: Civil Rights Leader

    Mary Hull, Gloria Blakely, Dale Evva Gelfand

    Paperback (Checkmark Books, Oct. 1, 2008)
    A critically acclaimed biography series of history's most notable African Americans includes straightforward and objective writing combined with important memorabilia and photographs.
    Z+

  • Malcolm X

    Jack Rummel, Nathan I. Huggins, Coretta Scott King

    Library Binding (Chelsea House Pub, Feb. 1, 1989)
    A biography of the Black Muslim who became a leader of a movement to unite black people throughout the world.
    Z

  • Langston Hughes

    Jack Rummel, Coretta Scott King

    Library Binding (Chelsea House Pub, Oct. 1, 1987)
    Examines the life of the Harlem poet who spent his career writing about the Black experience in America

  • Arthur Ashe

    Ted Weissberg

    Hardcover (Chelsea House Pub, March 1, 1991)
    Presents the life of an important Black athlete and tennis player, Arthur Ashe