People to Know in Black History & Beyond: Recognizing the Heroes and Sheroes Who Make Grade Volume 4

People to Know in Black History & Beyond (Vol. 4) celebrates both the well-known and the unsung whose brilliance and courage continue to shape our collective story. In a time when the teaching of Black history is being challenged, this volume reaffirms a vital truth: understanding where we've come from reveals where we must go.Black history is alive and evolving-woven into the very fabric of America and the world. From the resilience of enslaved ancestors to the achievements of today's changemakers, People of Color have influenced every facet of society: civil rights, science, politics, education, the arts, business, and beyond.Featuring more than 200 remarkable individuals-including educator Rita Pierson, museum visionary Lonnie G. Bunch III, filmmaker Ava DuVernay, and tennis champion Cori "Coco" Gauff-this volume honors the power of Black excellence across generations. As America nears its 250th anniversary, these stories remind us that Black history is not only a testament to the past but a promise for the future. It is not a sidebar to American history-it is the heart of it.

Pagina's: 426, Paperback, Bob Lee Enterprises