Black Heroes of the Wild West [Illustrated] [Paperback]

Ruth Pelz (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: February 1990

This beautifully illustrated book helps correct the mistaken idea that there was no African-American presence on the frontier. Blacks settled in North America before the arrival of the Mayflower. Estevan came with Spanish explorers in 1527 and explored the southwest; Jean Baptiste Point Du Sable founded Chicago; Mary Fields was a legend in Montana; Jim Beckworth discovered a pass through the Rocky Mountains; Biddy Mason took her master to court in California to gain her freedom. Curriculum Guide Available.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 58 pages
• Publisher: Open Hand Pub Llc; 6th illustrated edition edition (February 1990)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0940880261
• ISBN-13: 978-0940880269
• Product Dimensions: 8.1 x 5.3 x 0.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,228,451 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Great for Kids and Adults, January 17, 2000

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This review is from: Black Heroes of the Wild West (Paperback)

This is one of my favorites for kids and adults! Ruth Pelz writes a collection of easy-to read, interest grabbing, brief biographies of important African Americans, some of whom you may not have heard about. You've gotta read it and pass it on! Written for all ages, it will help African Americans better appreciate their heritage while helping others become aware of the rich contributions African Americans have made to American culture. Many kids can devour it in a single sitting.