Breaking Barriers: A Memoir

by Carl T. Rowan

The journalist describes his rise from poverty to fame, his role as one of the first black reporters for a major newspaper, his ambassadorship, and his position as a cabinet member under President Johnson

Genres: Biography, Nonfiction, History

400 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1991

Reviews

[Kathy · Rating 4 out of 5]

I bought this book years ago after hearing Carl Rowan interviewed by Diane Roehm. I finally pulled it off the shelf and read it. Especially after seeing the films The Butler and Selma not too long ago, I found this book to be fascinating! Highly recommended.