Great African Americans In Literature (1995) Great African Americans In Literature is a title in the Great African Americans Series, which features profiles of the major literary figures. Features writers, novelists and poets such as Alex Haley, Maya Angelou, James Baldwin, Toni Morrison and more. The Outstanding African Americans Series books offer fascinating up-to-date biographical accounts of notable African American men and women and their contributions to our culture. Each of the twelve books feature seven intriguing, in depth profiles plus six additional shorter profiles. Numerous intimate full-color photos help add a personal dimension to the fascinating information. Profiles Feature: • Early Years Growing Up • Skills Developed Along The Way • Obstacles Overcome • Personality Profile And Special Interests • Record of Accomplishments. Yearning for an identity of their own, African American writers have undertaken the task of chronicling the history and lives of their people. Great African Americans In Literature celebrates the lives of these writers. Major profiles in this book include: • Maya Angelou • James Baldwin • Ralph Ellison • Alex Haley • Zora Neale Hurston • Toni Morrison • Alice Walker • Plus Six Additional Shorter Profiles.

Great African Americans In Literature • Reviews

“The attention to plenty of photos and simple embellishments will interest youngsters in black achievement.” - Children’s Bookwatch.

“From the beginning, this book with its captivating color and black and white photographs will grab your attention. Rediger has gathered together several African-American authors. Her list includes such greats as Ralph Ellison, Zora Neale Hurston, James Baldwin, Alice Walker, and Mildred Taylor. Each of these authors’ early life is discussed as well as their special achievements. Rediger mentions the obstacles each person surmounted and how their passion for writing fueled their success.” - Children’s Literature.

“Three well-written biographical profiles of seven notables in each of three fields, plus six shorter (three pages) biographies. The longer entries (six pages each) cover early years, skills developed, obstacles overcome, a personality profile, record of accomplishments, and special interests. Several quotes from each person are also prominently displayed.” - School Library Journal.

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