women entertainers

Text and photographs describe many of the most outstandingAfrican American women entertainers from the past eighty years.

A brief biography of Annie Oakley, discussing her youth and family in Ohio, the development of her skills as a hunter, her marriage to Frank Butler and their work as a sharpshooting team, her travels with Buffalo Bill's Wild West show, and her later life.

Chronicles the life of African-American author Maya Angelou, describing her childhood in segregated Arkansas, her struggles to support herself and her son, her experiences in Ghana, her start as a writer, and her rise to fame; and includes a bibliography and annotated further reading list.

Alphabetically-arranged entries profile 150 American women who made significant contributions to the performing arts.

Includes a brief biography of Maya Angelou, thematic and structural analysis of the work, critical views, and an index of themes and ideas.

Examines the life of Annie Oakley, a woman who became famous in the late nineteenth century for her abilities as a sharpshooter, discussing her early years, her marriage, and her career as an entertainer.

Recounts the life of the markswoman and performer who achieved fame with Buffalo Bill Cody's Wild West Show.

Examines the life and legacy of American sharpshooter and "Buffalo Bill's Wild West" show star Annie Oakley.

Discusses the life and work of the well-known writer, entertainer, and political activist, Maya Angelou.

Portrays the life of this multi-faceted African-American poet, author, and educator.