Haskins, James

Brief text and photographs present the life of the controversial black Muslim leader who was assassinated in 1965.

A biography of the Philadelphia 76er famous for his one-handed shots and fast-paced game.

A biography of the basketball player, from childhood to superstardom as leading scorer for the New York Knicks.

Follows the life of the woman who married a prominent leader for racial equality in South Africa and then became an activist in that field herself.

Presents brief biographies of twelve African Americans who courageously fought against racism to become leaders in their fields, including Marian Anderson, Ralph Bunche, Fannie Lou Hamer, and Malcolm X.

Discusses the life, career, and music of the pop singer who began performing with his family and went on to become a highly successful solo act.

Biography of Pel?e, Brazilian soccer player who has become an international star. Also includes introductory material about the game of soccer.