BEAT OF A DIFFERENT DRUM
Subtitle: THE UNTOLD STORIES OF AFRICAN AMERICANS FORGING THEIR OWN PATHS IN WORK AND LIFE
Publisher: Hyperion
Published: January 1, 2006
Language: eng
Format: Paperback
Number of pages: 389
ISBN-13: 9781401307844
Subjects: Sociology; New Age; Personal Guidance; Body, Mind & Spirit; Ethnic Issues; Careers - Job Hunting; Ethnic Studies - African American Studies - General; Social Science / Feminism & Feminist Theory; Inspiration & Personal Growth; African Americans; Self-actualization (Psychology)
Description: "In this inspiring saga of African American experience, teacher and journalist Ross probes the nature of searching for purpose by sharing the struggles and triumphs of people who have chosen unique paths. Profiled are individuals in more than 25 careers, including a zoo curator, a guitar designer, and a scientist. The stories are compelling and show how these potential role models have refused to accept social and cultural barriers. What is particularly striking is that each person has a mission to help others pursue their own life vision. Readers, no matter what their racial or cultural background, are sure to expand their understanding of the American dream and where they might fit in."--The publisher.