african american scholars

Examines the life of late-nineteenth- and early-twentieth-century author, educator, and political activist W. E. B. DuBois, whose work led to the formation of the NAACP.

Examines the life of African-American intellectual Cornel West, describing his childhood and education, and discussing his career as a college professor, his interest in music, and his efforts to support African-Americans and work toward better race relations.

The author recounts his early life in the African-American community of a small West Virginia town in the Allegheny Mountains where the major social event was the annual mill picnic.

Examines the life of Henry Louis Gates, Jr., from the influence his heritage as a descendant of a free black man who served in the Revolutionary War to his writings and actions today that have sparked controversy.

Presents a brief biography of Henry Louis Gates Jr. African-American author and scholar, including information on his childhood, family life, and academic achievements.

A biography of the noted literary historian, critic, author, and scholar who taught at many leading universities before becoming head of the African American Studies department at Harvard.

Profiles Cornel West, a scholar in African-American Studies who has taught at Harvard, Yale, and Princeton, and written many books including "Race Matters.".

Examines the life and achievements of late nineteenth and early twentieth-century author, scholar, and political activist, W.E.B. Du Bois, whose work led to the formation of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People.

The author recounts his early life in the African-American community of a small West Virginia town in the Allegheny Mountains where the major social event was the annual mill picnic.