Little Legends: Exceptional Men in Black History
By Vashti Harrison, with Kwesi Johnson
Read by Cary Hite and JD Jackson
Unabridged
Format :
Library CD (In Stock)
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3 Formats: CD
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3 Formats: Library CD
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3 Formats: Playaway
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ISBN: 9781549154775
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ISBN: 9781549154751
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ISBN: 9781549185397
| Runtime: | 1.83 Hours |
| Category: | Nonfiction |
| Audience: | Children (8–12) |
| Language: | English |
Summary
Summary
A #1 Amazon.com bestseller in Children's Political Biographies
An Amazon Best Book of 2019
An important book for readers of all ages, this beautifully illustrated and engagingly written volume brings to life true stories of black men in history. Among these biographies, readers will find aviators and artists, politicians and pop stars, athletes and activists. The exceptional men featured include writer James Baldwin, artist Aaron Douglas, filmmaker Oscar Devereaux Micheaux, lawman Bass Reeves, civil rights leader John Lewis, dancer Alvin Ailey, and musician Prince.
The legends in Little Legends: Exceptional Men in Black History span centuries and continents, but each one has blazed a trail for generations to come.
Editorial Reviews
Editorial Reviews
“Harrison…showcases black leaders throughout American history—but not just the big names. She also focuses on artists, athletes, and scientists who may be less well-known.” —NPR
"Little Leaders will undoubtedly inspire a new generation of high achievers.” —Shelf Awareness (starred review)
* "Inspiring and healing as it educates, this volume belongs beside its companion on every bookshelf."—Kirkus Reviews, starred review —
* "This striking book will resonate with readers in search of biographies of pioneering black men in history. —School Library Journal, starred review
* "Inventors, authors, musicians, activists and others come to life. —Shelf Awareness, starred review
Author
Author Bio: Vashti Harrison
Vashti Harrison earned an MFA degree in film and video from CalArts and a BA from the University of Virginia. Her experimental films and documentaries have shown around the world at film festivals. After a brief stint in television as a production coordinator, she became a freelance graphic designer and a picture-book illustrator.
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Details
Details
| Available Formats : | CD, Library CD, Playaway |
| Category: | Nonfiction |
| Runtime: | 1.83 |
| Audience: | Children (8–12) |
| Language: | English |
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