Franklin, John Hope

Takes full cognizance of the growing diversity and complexity of problems facing African-Americans along with the recent escalation of scholarly research.

Takes full cognizance of the growing diversity and complexity of problems facing black Americans along with the recent escalation of scholarly research.

Chronicles the life of the African-American Thomas-Rapier family of the South from the days before, during, and after slavery.

Contains the autobiography of a man who was a leading player in overturning the legal supports for racial segregation in the United Sates.