Wiley's "Black Stars" series introduces children of every background to African Americans who achieved greatness despite the odds. This new volume profiles 30 black entertainers, sports stars, entrepreneurs, and others who have achieved financial success and given back to the community.

Inspiring profiles of successful and philanthropic African Americans Wiley's Black Stars series introduces children of every background to African Americans who achieved greatness despite the odds. This new volume profiles 30 black entertainers, sports stars, entrepreneurs, and others who have achieved financial success and given back to the community, including notables such as Madam C. J. Walker, Oprah Winfrey, and Tiger Woods. Beautifully illustrated with vintage photographs, these well--rounded portraits describe each person's background, challenges faced, and achievements. Boxed features highlight historical timelines and background information. Otha Richard Sullivan, PhD (Jackson, MS), is Professor of Education and Psychology and the Director of the ACHIEVE Mississippi Project at Alcorn State University. Jim Haskins (New York, NY) is the general editor of the Black Stars series and the award--winning author of more than 100 books for young readers.

Foreword.
Acknowledgments.
Introduction.
PART ONE: THE EARLY YEARS.
William Alexander Leidesdorff.
PART TWO: THE CIVILWAR YEARS AND RECONSTRUCTION.
Mary Ellen Pleasant.
Bridget "Biddy" Mason.
Anthony Overton.
Abraham Lincoln Lewis.
PART THREE: INTO THE NEW CENTURY.
Madame C. J. Walker.
Annie Turnbo Malone.
Robert Sengstacke Abbott.
Arthur George Gaston.
S. B. Fuller.
PART FOUR: MODERN TIMES.
John H. Johnson.
Crispus Attucks Wright.
Matel "Mat" Dawson Jr.
Quincy D. Jones.
Earl G. Graves.
Joe L. Dudley Sr.
Reginald Francis Lewis.
Robert L. Johnson.
Oprah Gail Winfrey.
Shelton "Spike" Jackson Lee.
Russell Simmons.
Earvin "Magic" Johnson.
Kenneth "Babyface" Edmonds.
Tyra Banks.
Eldrick "Tiger" Woods.
Bibliography.
Picture Credits.
Index.