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Loading... Black Genius: Inspirational Portraits of African-American Leaders (edition 2009)by Dick Russell (Author)
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Intimate, in-depth portraits, interviews, and essays of America's black leaders--from the founding of the nation and Frederick Douglass to the 2008 presidential race and Barack Obama. Each figure is interconnected with the next, exploring themes of family and intergenerational community, spirituality, and diligence, activism, and struggle. These remarkable portraits reveal the true spirit of the American pioneers who forged much of the heart of this nation, but whose achievements have been largely overlooked. New York Times bestselling author Dick Russell examines the lives of musicians, civil rights leaders, philosophers, writers, and actors including Duke Ellington, Will Marion Cook, Louis Armstrong, Wynton Marsalis, Albert Murray, Ralph Ellison, Toni Morrison, and Romare Bearden. Concluding with a list of sources and suggested reading, this fascinating and vibrant look at American history is a must for any collection. No library descriptions found. |
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Google Books — Loading... GenresMelvil Decimal System (DDC)973.0496073History and Geography North America United States United States Ethnic And National Groups Other Groups African Americans African AmericansLC ClassificationRatingAverage:
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