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Encyclopedia of the Harlem Renaissance
Contains approximately 370 alphabetically arranged entries covering the emergence of new ideas in literature, political thought, civil rights, racial pride, and the arts during New York City's Harlem Renaissance in the 1920s and 1930s.
448 pages, Paperback
First published September 1, 2003
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30 books253 followersLong-time advocate of principles and programs associated with PEN American Center and the Academy of American Poets. My newest books are: These Black and Blue Red Zone Days, Greeting Flannery O'Connor at the Back Door of My Mind, and Dreams of the Immortal City Savannah. Other titles include: Songs from the Black Skylark zPed Music Player, Journey through the Power of the Rainbow Quotations from a Life Made Out of Poetry, Visions of a Skylark Dressed in Black; and THE RIVER OF WINGED DREAMS. In addition,the year 2018 marks the 10th anniversary of ELEMENTAL The Power of Illuminated Love with the artist Luther E. Vann.
My work as a visual artist can be found at: https://pixels.com/profiles/posteredc...
I'm currently working on several important projects, including a second edition of The American Poet Who Went Home Again. In addition, I have had the honor of serving as an editor for the Civil War Savannah Book Series published in commemoration of the 150th Anniversary of the American Civil War. The first title in the series is Savannah Immortal City published February 1, 2011; and the second is Brokers Bankers and Bay Lane Inside the Savannah Slave Trade.
I don't recall a time since adolescence when I have not been involved in a deep relationship with writing, reading, and other forms of creative expression, which is why I remained so deeply involved with Creative Thinkers International for many years.
In addition to the honor of being a Goodreads author, I'm an advocate of initiatives sponsored by PEN America, the American Academy of Poets, Authors on Google +, and other verb-oriented communities.
Prior to joining any of the above, I was born in Savannah, Georgia, eventually left to attend colleges around the country, and served in the U.S. Air Force for 8 years total.
I lucked out and got so furiously inspired in the course of producing some of my work that folks were kind enough to give me awards for it. These include the CONNECT SAVANNAH 2006 Readers Poll for Best Poet and Spoken Word Artist; the Choice Academic Title Award for "Encyclopedia of the Harlem Renaissance," (co-authored by Sandra L. West); the Thomas Jefferson Journalism Award; and the Freedom Foundation essay competition bronze medal.
The year 2007 marked my 10th publishing works in ESSENCE Magazine. I'm particularly happy about the fact that my "Encyclopedia of the Harlem Renaissance" was listed by Black Issues Book Review as one of its “essential reference books for the home library.”
My work as a visual artist can be found at: https://pixels.com/profiles/posteredc...
I'm currently working on several important projects, including a second edition of The American Poet Who Went Home Again. In addition, I have had the honor of serving as an editor for the Civil War Savannah Book Series published in commemoration of the 150th Anniversary of the American Civil War. The first title in the series is Savannah Immortal City published February 1, 2011; and the second is Brokers Bankers and Bay Lane Inside the Savannah Slave Trade.
I don't recall a time since adolescence when I have not been involved in a deep relationship with writing, reading, and other forms of creative expression, which is why I remained so deeply involved with Creative Thinkers International for many years.
In addition to the honor of being a Goodreads author, I'm an advocate of initiatives sponsored by PEN America, the American Academy of Poets, Authors on Google +, and other verb-oriented communities.
Prior to joining any of the above, I was born in Savannah, Georgia, eventually left to attend colleges around the country, and served in the U.S. Air Force for 8 years total.
I lucked out and got so furiously inspired in the course of producing some of my work that folks were kind enough to give me awards for it. These include the CONNECT SAVANNAH 2006 Readers Poll for Best Poet and Spoken Word Artist; the Choice Academic Title Award for "Encyclopedia of the Harlem Renaissance," (co-authored by Sandra L. West); the Thomas Jefferson Journalism Award; and the Freedom Foundation essay competition bronze medal.
The year 2007 marked my 10th publishing works in ESSENCE Magazine. I'm particularly happy about the fact that my "Encyclopedia of the Harlem Renaissance" was listed by Black Issues Book Review as one of its “essential reference books for the home library.”
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March 20, 2008
Taught me more about African-American history than I knew was out there. Great great great book! So much of our history has been left out of the official text books so I'm grateful for a sources that helps to tell the larger story.
Robert T.S. Mickles
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November 24, 2014
Clement Alexander Price, & Sandra L. West. Encyclopedia of the Harlem Renaissance. (2004). New York, NY.Ceckmark Books
Citation by: Bert Becker
Type of reference: Encyclopedia
Call Number: Ref 550.
Content/Scope: This book contains information on historical figures in the Harlem Renaissance related to the arts, literature and the move of African Americans in the United States
Accuracy/Authority/Bias: This is accurate information on people who influenced the African American movement in the 1920's and 1930's.
Arrangement/Presentation: The book was laid out in chronological order of events with each section given to a particular person who was influential in the movement.
Relation to other This book is related to other encyclopedias. This one focuses on a specific topic of the African American monvement.
Accessibility/Diversity: The topics covered are related to what students may need to use as references when doing research. It gave some historical inforation that could be used. It is inteded for high school ages.
Cost: $38.00
Professional review of the item:
Clement Alexander Price, & Sandra L. West. Encyclopedia of the Harlem Renaissance. (2004). New York, NY.Ceckmark Books
Citation by: Bert Becker
Type of reference: Encyclopedia
Call Number: Ref 550.
Content/Scope: This book contains information on historical figures in the Harlem Renaissance related to the arts, literature and the move of African Americans in the United States
Accuracy/Authority/Bias: This is accurate information on people who influenced the African American movement in the 1920's and 1930's.
Arrangement/Presentation: The book was laid out in chronological order of events with each section given to a particular person who was influential in the movement.
Relation to other This book is related to other encyclopedias. This one focuses on a specific topic of the African American monvement.
Accessibility/Diversity: The topics covered are related to what students may need to use as references when doing research. It gave some historical inforation that could be used. It is inteded for high school ages.
Cost: $38.00
Professional review of the item:
Clement Alexander Price, & Sandra L. West. Encyclopedia of the Harlem Renaissance. (2004). New York, NY.Ceckmark Books
April 27, 2015
Clement Alexander Price, & Sandra L. West. Encyclopedia of the Harlem Renaissance. (2004). New York, NY.Ceckmark Books
Citation by: Chris Scherer
Type of reference: Encyclopedia
Call Number: Ref 550.
Content/Scope: This book contains information on historical figures in the Harlem Renaissance related to the arts, literature and the move of African Americans in the United States
Accuracy/Authority/Bias: This is accurate information on people who influenced the African American movement in the 1920's and 1930's.
Arrangement/Presentation: The book was laid out in chronological order of events with each section given to a particular person who was influential in the movement.
Relation to other This book is related to other encyclopedias. This one focuses on a specific topic of the African American monvement.
Accessibility/Diversity: The topics covered are related to what students may need to use as references when doing research. It gave some historical inforation that could be used. It is inteded for high school ages.
Cost: $38.00
Professional review of the item: American Library Association, (2004), Clement Alexander Price, & Sandra L. West. Encyclopedia of the Harlem Renaissance. (2004). New York, NY.Ceckmark Books.
Citation by: Chris Scherer
Type of reference: Encyclopedia
Call Number: Ref 550.
Content/Scope: This book contains information on historical figures in the Harlem Renaissance related to the arts, literature and the move of African Americans in the United States
Accuracy/Authority/Bias: This is accurate information on people who influenced the African American movement in the 1920's and 1930's.
Arrangement/Presentation: The book was laid out in chronological order of events with each section given to a particular person who was influential in the movement.
Relation to other This book is related to other encyclopedias. This one focuses on a specific topic of the African American monvement.
Accessibility/Diversity: The topics covered are related to what students may need to use as references when doing research. It gave some historical inforation that could be used. It is inteded for high school ages.
Cost: $38.00
Professional review of the item: American Library Association, (2004), Clement Alexander Price, & Sandra L. West. Encyclopedia of the Harlem Renaissance. (2004). New York, NY.Ceckmark Books.
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