Some articles are illustrated. Maps are used as end sheets. Much statistical data is given along with maps of each country. A detailed table of contents makes the material easily accessible. Its eight volumes feature entries on people, organizations, landmarks, professions, entertainment, military activity, religion, family life, politics, court cases, cultural momements, and other facets of life that are unique to African Americans.
Entries vary from one paragraph to several pages in length.
Illustrations and maps are included. Articles are relatively short and many are illustrated. Some of the areas covered are government and law, economic life, labor systems, racial interaction, war and diplomacy, the social fabric, folkways, families, the life of the mind, science and technology, the arts, education, and religion. It is organized in book form rather than as an encyclopedia. There are many maps.