Heart and Soul

The Story of America and African Americans

Pages: 108
Published: 2011
Language: English

Journey through American history from the perspective of an African American woman, born into slavery and living to see the Civil Rights Movement. This book shares the story of a nation's growth and the enduring spirit of a people, highlighting key moments and figures. It's a powerful look at the past, told with heart and soul.

Prose complexity: 1/10

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Kadir Nelson

Kadir Nelson (May 15, 1974) is a Los Angeles–based painter, illustrator, and author who is best known for his paintings often featured on the covers of The New Yorker magazine, and album covers for Michael Jackson and Drake. His work is focused on African-American culture and history. The New York Times describes his work as: "sumptuous, deeply affecting work. Nelson’s paintings are drenched in ambience, and often overt symbolism. He has twice been a Caldecott honor recipient and won the 2020 Ca...