Essence: 50 of the Most Inspiring African-Americans

by ESSENCE Magazine

More than 125 photographs accompany inspirational portraits of some of the most dynamic, innovative African Americans of the present day, offering profiles of Maya Angelou, Will Smith, Stevie Wonder, Denzel Washington, Mae Jamison, Lauryn Hill, Sistah Souljah, Camille Crosby, and other icons and role models. 30,000 first printing.

170 pages, Hardcover

First published October 30, 2002

Reviews

[Bren fall in love with the sea. · Rating 4 out of 5]

Excellent. Tales a look..an in depth look..at Fifty of the world's most inspirational African Americans. It was a great read and goes pretty in depth as well.

I must thank a family member of mine who made me aware of this books's existence. Highly informative and educational. I loved it.

[Gina · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is actually inspiring and revealing. Could have been more graphic though.