Journey to freedom : the African American library

Examines the life and accomplishments of the African-American writer, performer, and teacher, and covers her impact on literature and culture.

A biography of Thurgood Marshall, the first African-American to be named to the U.S. Supreme Court, discussing his childhood and family, his college years and marriage, his career as a lawyer and Civil Rights champion, his appointment to the Court, and his legacy.

A biography of Black jazz musician Miles Davis.

Examines the life and career of African-American writer James Baldwin, discussing his childhood, his feelings about racism, his move to Paris, and his involvement in the civil rights movement.

A brief biography of the wife of the Reverend Martin Luther King, Jr., who shared his dedication to working peaceably to achieve equality for all Americans.

Describes the origin and meaning of the African American holiday which has been celebrated each year since 1966 from December 26 to January 1.

Briefly introduces the life and accomplishments of Langston Hughes, an African American writer who shared his views on racism through his poetry and prose, as well as through poetry readings.

A biography of Jackie Robinson, the first African-American to play baseball in the major leagues, discussing his childhood and family, his athletic success in college, the racism he encountered in the Army, and his baseball career with the Brooklyn Dodgers.

Provides a brief overview of the life and career of African-American doctor Charles Drew.

Offers a brief overview of the life and teachings of civil rights leader Malcolm X.