Almanac African American Heritage: Chronicle [Paperback]

Johnnie H. Miles (Author), Juanita J. Davis (Author), Sharon E. Ferguson-Roberts (Author), Rita G. Giles (Author), Clara L. Adams Ender (Foreword)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 15, 2000 | ISBN-10: 0735202265 | ISBN-13: 978-0735202269 | Edition: 1

This unparalleled resource celebrates the remarkable contributions of black men and women to the United States, beginning with the earliest slave ships to cross the Atlantic and culminating at the close of the 20th century.

Witten by four African-American professionals with over 75 years of collective experience in education and counseling, this compendium documents the vital impact of African-Americans on America s past and present.

Spanning history, popular culture, education, religion, science, technology, business, law, government, fine arts, sports, and the military, the authors spotlight dozens of trail blazers, from Dorothy Height to Warren Thompson, from Dr. Benjamin Carson to Barbara Jordan.

Entries include:
* Enduring African-American folk remedies and innovative contributions in medical research.
* Pioneering African-American attorneys, judges, governors, and senators.
* Notable Broadway plays and award-winning movies with African-American themes.
* A tribute to African-American soldiers, including the fearless women nurses in World War I.
Published just in time for African-American History Month in February, Almanac of African-American Heritage will become an instant backlist title and will remain a wonderful tribute and strong resource for years to come.

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

Gr 9 Up-This book attempts to catalog a multitude of facts and information about African-American history, culture, and contributions to U.S. society. While it presents 400 years of important events and people within clear chapters and subheadings, its usefulness is not always apparent. Hundreds of books have been written on topics that have been converted into a series of lists and time lines and one-sentence descriptions here. Categories such as legislation and slavery, abolitionists, firsts in education, women in religion, popular singers, civil rights organizations, and military history are covered in these formats, which do not lend themselves to browsing or easy access. Scattered "Spotlights" in the text focus on famous figures such as Mae Jemison or Colin Powell but are not accompanied by photos, and the brief outlines of accomplishments are not inspiring. Molefi K. Asante and Mark T. Mattson's The African-American Atlas: Black History and Culture-An Illustrated Reference (Macmillan, 1998), James and Lois Horton's A History of the African American People (Wayne State, 1997), and the "African Americans: Voices of Triumph" series (Time-Life, 1999) are better books and include full-color illustrations.

Janet Woodward, Garfield High School, Seattle, WA

Copyright 2001 Cahners Business Information, Inc.

From the Back Cover

Social Sciences/African American Studies
"...An excellent, comprehensive source for obtaining information in a very efficient manner about significant individuals and events in the African American community, historically. It will certainly be a valuable addition to reference tools, both in the home and in the academic setting." ?BENJAMIN S. CARSON, Sr., M.D., Professor of Neurosurgery, Oncology, Pediatrics, and Plastic Surgery, Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions

"...A quick, readable and informative reference on African American history and culture in the United States. People in the multicultural and diversity field will find it especially useful in understanding and communicating this information to their students and clients." ?ELIZABETH PATHY SALETT, President, National MultiCultural Institute

"...Thank God! We finally have a resource book that provides invaluable information and facts on the history of African Americans in the United States. It is a 'must have' for every educator, government and business professional." ?DR. JOHN B. TURNER, Senior Vice President, Education, Training and Diversity, Tennessee Valley Authority

"...Who would have thought that reading a book of lists could be so interesting, exciting, intriguing and educational! This fascinating work will definitely hold your attention. I could not put it down!" ?DR. CAROLYN HINES, President, C.W. Hines and Associates, Inc.

"...A succinct documentation? about a people who have been grossly misrepresented, misunderstood. It belongs in every household, school, library, office and teacher?s briefcase." ?DR. DELORIS M. SAUNDERS, Associate Professor of Education, University of Maryland, Baltimore County

"...This book ought to be required reading in every institution of learning in the civilized world." ?EDWARD L. WALLACE, Jr., Author of Track & Field Coach?s Survival Guide

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Product Details

• Paperback: 430 pages
• Publisher: Jossey-Bass; 1 edition (January 15, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0735202265
• ISBN-13: 978-0735202269
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 7.5 x 1.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,752,623 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Explores dozens of black trail blazers over the centuries, March 2, 2001

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This review is from: Almanac African American Heritage: Chronicle (Paperback)

The Almanac Of African American Heritage features people, places, times and events which shaped black culture and is written by four Afro-American professionals of education and counseling. From the earliest slave ships to cross the Atlantic to modern times, this explores dozens of black trail blazers over the centuries.