"Maya Angelou spent much of her childhood in Stamps, Arkansas. After a traumatic event at age eight, she stopped speaking for five years. However, Maya rediscovered her voice through wonderful books, and went on to become one of the world's most beloved writers and speakers. This inspiring story of her life features a facts and photos section at the back."--Back cover.

Describes the childhood, political activities, imprisonment, family, and presidency of Nelson Mandela.

An easy-to-read biography about Martin Luther King, Jr. and how his efforts to stop racism affected society.

Traces the life of the Baptist minister, from his early days and education to his leadership of the civil rights movement.

A brief biography examining the value of dignity in the life of the Baptist minister and civil rights leader whose philosophy and practice of nonviolent civil disobedience helped African Americans win many battles for equal rights.

A brief, illustrated, biography of the Baptist minister and civil rights leader whose philosophy and practice of nonviolent civil disobedience helped American blacks win many battles for equal rights.

An introduction to a great civil rights leader.

A biography focusing on the beliefs and accomplishments of civil rights leader Martin Luther King, Jr.