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Overview
Each volume in the Lucent Library of Black History examines an event or time period of particular significance in African American history. Every effort is made to place the events under discussion in context, so that readers will understand the connection between black history and the broad sweep of America's story. Each chapter contains sidebars that highlight relevant personalities and events. Numerous photos and illustrations help illuminate and support the text. Complete documentation of all quotes and annotated bibliographies enhance the value of these books as a research tool for students.Synopsis
Each volume in the Lucent Library of Black History examines an event or time period of particular significance in African American history. Every effort is made to place the events under discussion in context, so that readers will understand the connection between black history and the broad sweep of America's story. Each chapter contains sidebars that highlight relevant personalities and events. Numerous photos and illustrations help illuminate and support the text. Complete documentation of all quotes and annotated bibliographies enhance the value of these books as a research tool for students.
School Library Journal
Gr 7 Up
The books are highly accessible and provide cultural context to help readers understand each topic. In Folklore , they are treated to a discussion of the origins of the genre and its various permutations. Film 's investigation centers on the struggle to confront and overcome hateful stereotypes, starting with silent movies and continuing through to the present. Finally, Black Arts focuses on a movement that is often overlooked, but whose impact is felt today in literature, music, and art. Each book includes captioned color and black-and-white photographs and reproductions on every spread. Well-organized and clearly written titles.-Carol Jones Collins, Columbia High School, Maplewood, NJ
Editorials
School Library Journal
Gr 7 Up
The books are highly accessible and provide cultural context to help readers understand each topic. In Folklore , they are treated to a discussion of the origins of the genre and its various permutations. Film 's investigation centers on the struggle to confront and overcome hateful stereotypes, starting with silent movies and continuing through to the present. Finally, Black Arts focuses on a movement that is often overlooked, but whose impact is felt today in literature, music, and art. Each book includes captioned color and black-and-white photographs and reproductions on every spread. Well-organized and clearly written titles.-Carol Jones Collins, Columbia High School, Maplewood, NJ