Modus Vivendi
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The University
of Wisconsin Press
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"This enchanting work transports the reader back in time and gives a voice to the little-known black women of the past."—Publishers Weekly "Visually stunning.... Every page contains high-quality color reproductions, including many full- and double-page spreads, of rarely seen art works and images of African history and culture."—Library Journal "This book will be in demand particularly during the months devoted to Black History and Women's History. An invaluable and fascinating resource."—School Library Journal "What a beautiful book!!! And three more like this??? We are excited!"—QBR The Black Book Review "The author of this book, Simone Schwarz-Bart, and the book publisher, Sandrah Monthieux Pélage, have compiled a priceless source of valuable information, which will provide the building blocks for reintroducing the contributions of Black Women to a multitude of fields of study and disciplines."—Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee (D-TX) "Simone Schwarz-Bart's goal is to rescue and reconstruct the lives of black women worldwide. ...Informative, uplifting, and inspiring!"—Howard Dodson, Director, Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture, New York Public Library "At last our story is told and every family must know its relationship in the tapestry of humanity."—Baroness Howells of St. Davids OBE (UK) "New African is proud to recommend to its readers this wonderful tribute to black women."—New African "Ancient African Queens is a feast for the mind, ears, and eyes, and easily accessible to students of all levels and the public in general. I highly recommend this book of deserved praise and homage to the African woman for the classroom, the library, and in every home."—Ifi Amadiume, Dartmouth College "Not only is it a work of art—it is immensely enjoyable."—Julian Bond, Chairman, NAACP National Board of Directors "Full of rare photos and historical documents, this book is a wonderful tribute to the female spirit."—BookPage "A treasure!"—Ruby Dee |
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