Voices of the Dream
by By Johnson, Venice (EDT)
Category: Young Adult Nonfiction , Biography & Autobiography , General

Words of truth, words of inspiration - the passionate voices of African-American women ring out in this magnetic, articulate collection, brimming with wisdom, wit, and dramatic full-color artwork. From such household names as Harriet Tubman, Oprah Winfrey, and Terry McMillan to less well-known heroines, such as Ella Baker and Bessie Coleman, African-American women speak out about racism, power, love, and liberty. Succinct biographies on each contributor chronicle the distinguished lives of these role models.Their empowering and moving messages are accompanied by striking original, contemporary art, making Voices of the Dream a unique showcase for prominent African-American women artists. The paintings, drawings, and mixed-media pieces add a new dimension to the meaning of the words and evoke their own powerful messages. A rich sourcebook for women, educators, and students of African-American literature and art, Voices of the Dream is also a thought-provoking and inspirational gift.