Presents the life of nine-year-old Audrey Faye Hendricks who became the youngest known child to be arrested for picketing against Birmingham segregation practices in 1963.

Presents a brief biography, in simple text with illustrations, of Rosa Parks, the African-American woman and civil rights worker whose refusal to give up her seat on a bus led to a boycott which lasted more than a year in Montgomery, Alabama.

An introduction to the life of the woman born into slavery who became a well-known abolitionist and crusader for the rights of African Americans in the United States.

Blending together history, quotes from the figures themselves and stunning visuals, this collection of bite-sized biographies of Black thinkers, activists and innovators highlights their work to make our world a brighter, better place.

Chronicles the life of controversial militant leader Malcolm X.

Presents the life of the legendary boxer who began his career as Cassius Clay, discussing his prowess in the ring, his refusal to fight in the Vietnam War, and his life after boxing.

Provides brief biographical sketches of African Americans who were the first of their race to accomplish a goal in a variety of fields, from medicine and politics to sports and entertainment.

A brief, graphic novel-style profile of Muhammad Ali highlighting the moments that defined his life, both as a boxer and as an activist--like the time he won the world heavyweight championship title in a huge upset, how he became an Olympic Gold Medalist, and his political activism. Includes a glossary and further resources.

A collection of stories from African American history that exemplifies success in the face of great adversity. This unique graphic anthology offers historical and cultural commentary on nine uncelebrated heroes whose stories are not often found in history books. Among the stories included are: Henry 'Box' Brown, who escaped from slavery by mailing himself to Philadelphia; Alexander Crummel and the Noyes Academy, the first integrated school in America,...