Briefly, examines the childhood, education, adulthood, and presidency of the first African-American president in U.S. history. Additional features include detailed captions and sidebars, critical-thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research. The Black American Journey celebrates Black History Month all year long! This engaging series provides fascinating information on the heroic stories of African Americans who have played leading roles in shaping our nation's past, present, and future. Packed with vintage and modern photographs that bring both the subjects' frustrations and victories to life, this collection honestly portrays African American people and events that have forever impacted our society.
