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40 pp.
| Child's
| October, 1999
|
LibraryISBN 1-56766-623-X$$24.21
(4)
4-6
These adequately written biographies of five African Americans influential in science, the military, the abolitionist movement, and women's and civil rights causes convey each subject's drive and courage in pursuit of their goals. The accessibly designed books are illustrated with archival reproductions and sepia-toned photographs. A time line is included in each volume. Bib., glos., ind.