1917-2000

Over forty teenagers offer their responses to the exhibition of early twentieth-century African-American artist Jacob Lawrence's "The American Struggle.".

"A picture-book biography of celebrated poet Gwendolyn Brooks, the first Black person to win the Pulitzer Prize"--Provided by publisher.

Gwendolyn Brooks (1917-2000) is known for her poems about real life.? She wrote about love, loneliness, family, and poverty, showing readers how just about anything could become a beautiful poem. Exquisite follows Gwendolyn from early girlhood into her adult life, showcasing her desire to write poetry from a very young age. This picture-book biography explores the intersections of race, gender, and the ubiquitous poverty of the Great Depression - all with a lyrical touch worthy of the subject. Gwendolyn Brooks was the first Black person to win the Pulitzer Prize, receiving the award for poetry in 1950. And in 1958, she was named the poet laureate of Illinois. A bold artist who from a very young age dared to dream, Brooks will inspire young readers to create poetry from their own lives.

Presents a poem celebrating the life of Gwendolyn Brooks and includes four of her poems.

Essays, poetry, and art included in this anthology celebrate the one-hundredth birthday of the late poet and cultural icon Gwendolyn Brooks.

Text and illustrations look at the life of Amalia Hern?ndez, the dancer and choreographer who founded the Mexican Folkloric Ballet, a dance organization that continues to perform today.

Jacob Lawrence was a talented painter whose work became an important part of the Harlem Renaissance and modern art. Learn about his life, influences, and impact.

Looks at the childhood of early twentieth-century African-American artist Jacob Lawrence in 1930s Harlem.

Explores the work of African-American artist Jacob Lawrence, discussing his connection to modern Harlem, his unique painting style, and his influence on other key Harlem writers, artists, musicians, and social activists.

Presents a critical analysis of the works of twentieth-century African-American poet, Gwendolyn Brooks between 1945 and 1960, and examines her poems that depict racism and class struggles in the urban ghetto community.