Profiles in Black

This youthful history of black America is a vital resource for educators, parents, and students alike. Respected author, educator, and pastor Marvin McMickle offers readers:

• A sampling/survey of African American history written chronologically so that the reader can see how history has unfolded over time
• A celebration of those persons and movements that refused to allow racism to set limits on their hopes and dreams
• Insight into the struggles and achievements of the past, with the hope that these stories and biographies can inspire this and future generations
• A teen-friendly format with "Phat Facts" in history and biographical profiles that offer the "411" on important figures in history