The New York Public Library African American Desk Reference
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Covering a wide range of knowledge, The New York Public Library African American Desk Reference is a magnificent resource for home, family, and business, and an essential addition to your personal reference library.
""Indispensable for those interested in the African American experience. We have no better source for quick and reliable information."" Cornel West, Alphonse Fletcher University Professor, Harvard University
""As much about African American culture as one could possibly gain from one volume is now available in this highly readable, easily accessible, genuinely informative desk reference."" Johnetta B. Cole, PhD, President Emerita, Spelman College; Presidential Distinguished Professor, Emory University
In over 5,000 fascinating information capsules, this landmark reference captures the most vital people, places, organizations, movements, and creative works of a people, and provides a practical resource for everyday living. In its nineteen chapters, you ll find:
* Timelines of African American History
* Political and Civil Rights Leaders
* African Contributions to the Making of the Americas
* Holidays and Celebrations
* Museums and Historical Sites
* Religion and Spirituality
* Health Tips and Recipes
* Business Contacts and Professional Associations
* Demographics and Population
* Major Writers, Artists, and Musicians
* Musical Forms
* Sports
* and more
Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Wiley
Published: 09/30/1999
ISBN: 9780471239246
Pages: 624
Weight: 2.80lbs
Size: 9.45h x 7.89w x 1.60d
Review Citations: Library Journal 09/15/1999 pg. 70
Library Journal 11/01/1999 pg. 108
Booklist 02/15/2000 pg. 1141
American Reference Bks Annual 01/01/2000 pg. 144
Rec Ref Bks for Small/Med Libr 01/01/2000 pg. 73
Booklist 06/01/2002 pg. 1762
""Indispensable for those interested in the African American experience. We have no better source for quick and reliable information."" Cornel West, Alphonse Fletcher University Professor, Harvard University
""As much about African American culture as one could possibly gain from one volume is now available in this highly readable, easily accessible, genuinely informative desk reference."" Johnetta B. Cole, PhD, President Emerita, Spelman College; Presidential Distinguished Professor, Emory University
In over 5,000 fascinating information capsules, this landmark reference captures the most vital people, places, organizations, movements, and creative works of a people, and provides a practical resource for everyday living. In its nineteen chapters, you ll find:
* Timelines of African American History
* Political and Civil Rights Leaders
* African Contributions to the Making of the Americas
* Holidays and Celebrations
* Museums and Historical Sites
* Religion and Spirituality
* Health Tips and Recipes
* Business Contacts and Professional Associations
* Demographics and Population
* Major Writers, Artists, and Musicians
* Musical Forms
* Sports
* and more
Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Wiley
Published: 09/30/1999
ISBN: 9780471239246
Pages: 624
Weight: 2.80lbs
Size: 9.45h x 7.89w x 1.60d
Review Citations: Library Journal 09/15/1999 pg. 70
Library Journal 11/01/1999 pg. 108
Booklist 02/15/2000 pg. 1141
American Reference Bks Annual 01/01/2000 pg. 144
Rec Ref Bks for Small/Med Libr 01/01/2000 pg. 73
Booklist 06/01/2002 pg. 1762