Great African Americans in Civil Rights (Great African Americans S.) - Softcover

The Outstanding African Americans Series are twelve exciting books that offer fascinating up-to-date biographical accounts of notable African American men and women and their contributions to our culture. Each book features seven intriguing, in depth profiles plus six additional shorter profiles. Numerous intimate full-color photos help add a personal dimension to the fascinating information.Profiles Feature: -- early years growing up-- skills developed along the way-- obstacles overcome-- personality profile and special interests-- record of accomplishmentsStrong parental guidance and a spiritual upbringing are common threads in the inspirational lives of many courageous leaders portrayed in Great African Americans in Civil Rights.Major profiles in this book include: -- Ralph David Abernathy-- Marian Wright Edelman-- Coretta Scott King-- Rosa Parks-- Martin Luther King, Jr.-- Thurgood Marshall-- Malcolm X-- plus six additional shorter profiles