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Exploring her rich family heritage, the author reveals the remarkable journey of an African American family from the Civil War era to the civil rights movement. Through personal anecdotes and historical context, she highlights the resilience and achievements of her ancestors, including her mother, actress Lena Horne. The narrative intertwines personal and collective histories, offering insights into the challenges and triumphs faced by African Americans over generations.
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The Black Calhouns, Gail Lumet Buckley
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- Released
- 2016
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- Title
- The Black Calhouns
- Subtitle
- From Civil War to Civil Rights with One African American Family
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Gail Lumet Buckley
- Publisher
- Grove Atlantic
- Released
- 2016
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 336
- ISBN13
- 9780802124548
- Category
- History, Maps and Travel
- Description
- Exploring her rich family heritage, the author reveals the remarkable journey of an African American family from the Civil War era to the civil rights movement. Through personal anecdotes and historical context, she highlights the resilience and achievements of her ancestors, including her mother, actress Lena Horne. The narrative intertwines personal and collective histories, offering insights into the challenges and triumphs faced by African Americans over generations.