The Mighty Amazing N.I.G.-R.A.: A Comic Art Almanac of Black, Brown and Indigenous Folklore & Legends

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This graphic non-fiction novel presents The Mighty Amazing N.I.G.-R.A. (LIL ESTHER, ROBERTO CLEMENTE, USCT PVT HAMILTON TAYLOR (YUNG DRUMMA), THE BOLITO KING'S NIGGERATI, NAT LOVE (DEADWOOD DICK), DOUBLE DUTCH AND THE HAND CLAPPING GAME, LA LUPE, EARTHA KITT, JOHN TRUDELL, DA FLIP!? BABE RUTH?, STAGGER LEE, AND CHADWICK BOSEMAN THE GREAT) showcased in biographic comic art, stories and essays.The book's chapters are a monthly almanac starting with the March Equinox new year. Each month features a folk hero showcase and an ephemeris of engagements, events and observances.