Almanac of African American Heritage: Chronicle: A Book of Lists Featuring People, Places, Times, and Events That Shaped Black Culture - Brossura

Miles, Johnnie H.

Brossura

ISBN 10: 0735202265 ISBN 13: 9780735202269

Casa editrice: Jossey-Bass, 2000

Riassunto

Celebrating the people and events that shaped African-American culture, this multidisciplinary reference encompasses the fields of history, education, religion, popular culture, science and technology, business, law, fine arts, sports, government, and the military as it pays tribute to the contributions of African-American men and women to the United States. Original.

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L'autore:

Johnnie H. Miles, Ed.D., Juanita J. Davis, Ed.D., Sharon F. Ferguson-Roberts, Ed.D., and Rita G. Giles, Ed.D., have all taught at the college level and worked as professional counselors, mediators, trainers, and career consultants. Proud of their African-American heritage, the co-authors are committed to increasing knowledge and understanding about diverse populations in education, industry, and government. Each lives in the state of Virginia.

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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

Su questa edizione

• Editore: Jossey-Bass
• Data di pubblicazione: 2000
• ISBN 10: 0735202265
• ISBN 13: 9780735202269
• Rilegatura: Copertina flessibile
• Numero di pagine: 460