Books with title Great African-Americans in the Arts

Praise for the previous edition:"...[an] interesting and valuable addition to the subject...well worth the purchase price..." American Reference Books Annual"Highly recommended." ChoiceAfrican Americans in the Visual Arts, Revised Edition covers the rich tradition of African-American artists of the past with the best of today's contemporary artists. Each entry in this revised volume provides a brief biographical sketch of the artist, addressing the major achievements, events, and contributions of the artist's career. A general bibliography and subject indexes complement the insightful text. New and revised profiles include:Amalia AmakiXenobia BaileyChakaia Booker Frederick J. Brown Renee CoxLouis DelsarteLeo Dillon David HammonsSpike Lee Glenn LigonEugene J. Martin Keith Morrison James E. Ransome Faith Ringgold Lorna Simpson John SingletonRosie Lee TompkinsShawn WalkerWilliam T. WilliamsFred Wilsonand more.

From Sidney Poitier and Billie Holiday to Halle Berry and Tupac Shakur, Afrrican Americans in the Performing Arts, Revised Edition profiles African-American actors, dancers, singers, musicians, composers, and choreographers from the early years of American entertainment until the present day. Each entry provides a biographical profile, concentrating on the events in that person's life related to his or her accomplishments in the performing arts, as well as a list of further reading. A general bibliography and subject indexes complete this fascinating title. This revised volume in the A to Z of African Americans set offers a wealth of useful information for students, general readers, and lovers of the performing arts.