- Each book focuses on the contribution made by the figure and his or her influence on later generations - In Their Own Words boxes feature quotes from the subject - Did you Know? boxes highlight short pieces of little-known information about the person - The final chapter in each book delves into the legacy of the leader's thoughts and deeds for the new generations of Black Americans
- ISBN10 0791081591
- ISBN13 9780791081594
- Publish Date 1 March 2005 (first published 1 February 1988)
- Publish Status Out of Print
- Out of Print 12 March 2012
- Publish Country US
- Imprint Chelsea House Publishers
- Format Hardcover
- Pages 112
- Language English