The New York Public Library African American Desk Reference
- List Price: $55.00
- Binding: Hardcover
- Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc
- Publish date: 09/01/1999
In the tradition of the million-selling New York Public Library Desk Reference, here is the ultimate one-stop resource for information about African-American life. Packed with over 5,000 entries, this landmark reference taps the resources of the prestigious Schomberg Center for Research in Black Culture to provide an array of frequently sought information -- whether you're looking for Nat Turner's revolt, scholarships for black students, Bessie Smith's greatest hits, or members of the Congressional Black Caucus. Combining information not found in any other single book -- and hard to find on the Internet -- this unique work serves as an essential historical and cultural reference, comprehensive resource directory, and browsable collection of fascinating facts and figures. Topics covered include politics and civil rights, business, religion, science, health, the arts, sports, and the Diaspora. The information is presented in a host of formats, including charts, tables, timelines, historical entries, reading lists, recipes, and biographical profiles.
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