The first work of its kind, this encyclopedia provides 360 brief biographies of African American film and television acPER010000tresses from the silent era to 2

This generously illustrated exploration of African American dance history follows the dynamics of the dance forms throughout each generation.

The first work of its kind, this encyclopedia provides 360 brief biographies of African American film and television acPER010000tresses from the silent era to 2

From Amos 'n' Andy to The Jeffersons to Family Matters to Chappelle's Show, this volume has all different genres—animation, documentaries, sitcoms, sports, ta

This rich cultural history of African Americans outlines their travails, triumphs, and achievements in negotiating individual and collective identities to overc