Bøker av Margaret Edwards

What was it like for a young Black woman growing up in the 1960's and 70's? What was it like for a poor Black woman to attend college in the Midwest and then travel to New York City for graduate school?In this memoir, Margaret Edwards takes us on her journey. We meet her friends. We enter the world of a young Black woman. We see the problems she encounters as a naive Black woman.We see her grow and become a teacher and a talented musician. We see her yearn to perform for large audiencesas a singer. actress and dancer.Wildflowers is a continuation of the author's first book, Slue Foot, a FAPA President's Award Gold Medal Winner. In both books, Margaret will inspire you with her inner strength. determination. and innate talent.

The original 1969 edition of this text featured essays connecting reading, the library, and young people. This centennial edition reproduces the original, with added insights by Betty Carter, an annotated list of all the ""Alex"" award-winning and nominated books, and more.