Lommel, Cookie

Presents a biography of Johnnie Cochran, the lawyer who successfully defended O. J. Simpson in one of the most famous trials of the century, and includes information on his formative years and explains his dedication to justice.

Traces the history of African-Americans in film, radio, and television, looking at how the lingering images of minstrel shows and subservience have influenced the types of roles and the amount of money offered to African-American actors and actresses.

A biography of the Afro-American businesswoman whose invention of facial creams and other cosmetics led to great financial success and who, throughout her life, devoted herself to many social and political causes.

A biography of the English founder and first governor of the colony of Georgia who was active in politics and penal reform.

Traces the life and achievements of the black civil rights worker whose greatest accomplishment, the integration of restaurants in Washington, D.C., came when she was nearly ninety years old.

Traces the development of rap music from origins in the hip hop of the 1970s through various controversies to its widespread popularity in the 1990s.

Traces the history of African-American filmmaking, from the "race movies" of the early twentieth century to the work of such directors as Spike Lee, John Singleton, and Gina Prince-Bythewood in the 1990s and beyond.

Describes the life and achievements of Russell Simmons, discussing his childhood, family, career as a hip-hop promoter, ventures into television production and fashion design, and humanitarian efforts. Includes a discography, chronology, glossary, bibliography, and suggestions for further reading.