1937-

An autobiography of Claude Brown, describing his life and that of other African-Americans in New York City's Harlem area.

Examines the cultural ramifications of neoconservatism by analyzing the main features of these commentators' thoughts and writings.

Rubin "Hurricane" Carter recounts his life and accomplishments, discussing the obstacles he managed to overcome since childhood, his successful boxing career, his nineteen-year imprisonment, and his efforts to work with innocent prisoners.

An account of the Soviet spy ring, and master American spy John Walker, who routinely sold American nuclear secrets and codes to the Russians.

Examines Jane Fonda's 1972 visit to Hanoi in the midst of the Vietnam War, discussing her radio broadcasts and her conduct, and argues that she could have, and should have been indicted for the crime of treason on the basis of her actions in North Vietnam.

The author reveals her understanding of her foremothers--the spirit and aspirations that united them, and the secrets and silences that drove them apart.

Chronicles the events surrounding the legendary 1972 chessmatch between the Soviet world chess champion Boris Spassky and his American challenger Bobby Fischer, recounts the careers of the two players, and explores the impact their match had on the Cold War.

Presents the life and career of an Afro-American who grew up listening to stories and who carries on the storytelling tradition in his numerous and award-winning books.

The author presents his personal memoirs that recount his life and experiences from his final year in the Navy, his work as a correspondent in Vietnam, and his thoughts on the invasion of Laos.