African American Biographies, 3
profiles of 909 current men and women
- Paperback
255 pages
- Release Date
1 June 2009
Summary
This book provides capsule biographies of 909 of the nation’s most notable African Americans. The entries are arranged alphabetically, with all individuals meeting two general criteria for inclusion: They were born or they spent their childhoods in the United States; and they have played an important part in the development of African American children by serving as role models. Anyone who died before January 1, 1995, is not included.
Activists, artists, athletes, attorneys, au…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780786441310 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 0786441313 |
| Author: | Walter L. Hawkins |
| Publisher: | McFarland & Co Inc |
| Imprint: | McFarland & Co Inc |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 255 |
| Release Date: | 1 June 2009 |
| Weight: | 472g |
| Dimensions: | 254mm x 178mm x 13mm |
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Critics Review
“recommended”—Library Journal; “the value of Hawkins’ compilation is his success in documenting the contributions of notable individuals who have not been covered elsewhere. This work is recommended for university and college libraries with strong African American collections, and for public libraries, especially those serving a sizable African American community”—ARBA; “public libraries and school media centers will welcome [it]”—VOYA.
About The Author
Walter L. Hawkins
U.S. Postal Services manager Walter L. Hawkins lives in Fayetteville, Georgia.
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