Black history lives

"In this biography, chronological chapters follow Zora Neale Hurston's family, upbringing, education, influences, and of course, her major works, and place these experiences within the context of American history"--Provided by publisher.

". . . a new interpretation of the life of W.E.B. Du Bois, one of the most important African-American scholars and thinkers of the twentieth century"--Provided by publisher.

Introduces the reader to the constant battles for equality faced by African Americans through a study of the career of Thurgood Marshall, the first African American appointed to the United States Supreme Court.

". . . resource for readers analyzing the presidency of Barack Obama, this book provides a comprehensive summary of the life of 44th president of the United States"--Provided by publisher.

"[This book] is a . . . resource for high school and college students about the life and times of anti-slavery activist Harriet Tubman, who exemplifies how slaves took the initiative to free themselves and others"--Provided by publisher.