Rummel, Jack

Examines the life and achivements of civil rights leader Malcolm X, discussing his childhood in Michigan, his conversion to Islam, his vision for the future of African-Americans, and his assassination in 1965.

Examines the life and achievements of Muhammad Ali, discussing his youth in Kentucky, his early boxing accomplishments, his refusal to serve in the military during the Vietnam War, his career as heavyweight champion, and his support of civil rights causes.

Surveys the history, topography, people, and culture of Mexico, with emphasis on its current economy, industry, and place in the political world.

Contains alphabetically arranged articles that examine the lives and achievements of 160 African-American social leaders and activists from throughout history, and includes photographs.

Traces the life and work of the physicist who headed the Manhattan Project which developed the first atomic bomb.

Examines the life of the Harlem poet who spent his career writing about the African-American experience in America.

Chronicles the life of the heavyweight boxing champion, from his early years to his draft resistance through his astounding boxing career which established him as one of the greatest fighters of all time.