Parks, Gordon

An African-american youth in a small town in Kansas finds himself the only witness to a murder.

A collection of poems and photographs by Gordon Parks that recall his life and his views. Includes reflections on topics ranging from love to the war in Iraq.

Photographer and filmmaker Gordon Parks tells his life story beginning with his arrival in St. Paul, Minnesota, at age sixteen after his mother's death, covering such topics as his time on the streets, his work to bring greater attention to African-American poverty, and his years as a war correspondent.

An illustrated autobiography of photographer Gordon Parks, featuring three hundred photographs, including his work for "Vogue" and "Life" magazines; discussing his life; and providing essays and anecdotes about his images.