Kelley, Robin D. G

Chronicles the life of Thelonious Sphere Monk, discussing his childhood, unique style, influential work, impact on American jazz, and other related topics.

Argues that the African American working class has fostered a subculture that exists outside of mainstream African American politics.

Chronicles African-American history from the beginning of the slave trade in 1502 through the end of the twentieth century, including many first-person accounts.

Discusses the history of African-Americans from the 1970s after the civil rights movement to just after the Los Angeles riots of 1992.