1/ When folks tell us they don't think they like history books, we recommend biographies! Good biography (especially autobiography) presents dates, events, and characters in a format that conveys ephemeral details often missing from more detached approaches. Best of all, personal histories can offer an impactful view of social, political, and artistic movements with the allure of a riveting novel. #BlackHistoryMonth
2/ Today for Black History Month we're recommending some of our favorite biographies for visionary Black activists and artists: Assata Shakur, Audre Lorde, Frank "Big Black" Smith, Lucy Parsons, Malcom X, Rosa Parks, and Toni Morrison! #BlackHistoryMatters