The Library of African American Biography aims to provide concise, readable, and up-to-date lives of leading black figures in American history, in widely varying fields of accomplishment. The books are written by accomplished scholars and writers, and reflect the most recent historical research and critical interpretation. Illustrated with photographs, they are designed for general informed readers as well as for students. The series is edited by John David Smith, the Charles H. Stone Distinguished Professor of American History at the University of North Carolina, Charlotte, and author of a number of books in American history, including Black Judas.

Series Editor: John David Smith