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Brave Black Women: From Slavery to the Space Shuttle: Ruthe Winegarten,Sharon Kahn: 9780292791077: A

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Publication Date: 1997 | Age Level: 9 and up

Brave black women have played important roles in American history. Before the Emancipation Proclamation in 1863, black women bore the bonds of slavery with courage and strength. Since Emancipation, black women have supported schools, churches, and civic organizations, entered many professions, and helped to build strong communities. This book dramatizes their impressive story and celebrates their achievements.

Writing especially for students in grades four through eight, Ruthe Winegarten and Sharon Kahn trace the history of black women from slavery until today. Their story includes many heroines, from Emily Morgan, "the Yellow Rose of Texas," to pioneer aviator Bessie Coleman, astronaut Mae Jemison, opera singer Barbara Conrad, actresses Phylicia Rashad and Debbie Allen, and Congresswoman Barbara Jordan, whose life story forms the final chapter.

In addition to these famous black women, the book also profiles teachers, businesswomen, civil rights leaders, community activists, doctors, nurses, athletes, musicians, artists, and political leaders. Adapted from the award-winning Black Texas Women: 150 Years of Trial and Triumph, it will be fascinating reading for children and their parents and grandparents, teachers, and librarians.

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Reading level: Ages 9 and up
Paperback: 175 pages
Publisher: University of Texas Press (1997)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0292791070
ISBN-13: 978-0292791077
Product Dimensions: 7.5 x 6.1 x 0.6 inches
Shipping Weight: 9 ounces

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