Synopses & Reviews
This intimate collection of photographs documents the African American experience, a journey from captivity to freedom, from south to north, east to west. It celebrates the courageous achievements of men and women whose defiant rejection of inequality and subjugation put their own lives at risk.
Review
"[A] rich portfolio of black-and-white images....These portraits give this collection its heart and soul.and#8221;and#8212;People
"A magnificent photographic chronicle of African American life....A worthy addition to history collections as well as the photography shelves.and#8221;and#8212;School Library Journal
"This photographic album should serve as a basis of inspiration to all African Americans and others to strive for social, racial, and gender equality.and#8221;and#8212;MultiCultural Review