black history month
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The Measure of a Man/Sidney Poitier
I have always respected Sidney Poitier. Even before I learned of his humble beginnings in this country as a dishwasher, he always appeared to symbolize the strength and dignity that all too often eludes roles written for black actors. I had hoped that reading this book would give me insight into the character of the Read more
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New York Burning by Jill Lepore
Othello’s loved ones’ options were limited where his funeral was concerned. In West Africa, night funerals are common. He couldn’t be buried at night. The Common Council had ruled that because funerals present the opportunity for uprisings to be planned, slaves had to be buried during daylight. Pallbearers were not allowed to carry his coffin. Read more
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Ida B. Wells
Last year I did one or two biographies for Black History Month. I don’t think I’m going to do that for the most part this year, but since I neglected to publish my biography for my favorite historical African American figure, I figured why not start things off right? When I first learned about Ida Read more
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Happy Valentine’s Day!!
Sorry that I’ve been out for the last week. Wouldn’t you know it? I would get swamped during Black History Month. I’m back for now. I hope you all have a Happy Valentine’s Day. I’m going to try a new Indian place with my hubby. Maggie L. Walker America’s First Woman Bank President One of Read more
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