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4) Lena Horne
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English
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Describes the life and career achievements of the Black singer.
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Describes the life of the energetic abolitionist, including her origins as a slave in Maryland, her role as a "conductor" for the Underground Railroad, her service to the Union during the Civil War, and her role in establishing an old-age home for Afro-Americans.
10) Mae Jemison
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English
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A biography of Dr. Mae Jemison who, in September of 1992, on the fiftieth mission of the United States Space Shuttle, became the first African American woman in space.
11) Diana Ross
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English
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Describes a benefit concert in Central Park starring this Afro-American entertainer and then relates her career as a singer.
14) Halle Berry
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English
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A biography of the actress who won a Golden Globe Award in 2000 for her leading role in the television movie "Introducing Dorothy Dandridge."
15) Tyra Banks
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English
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A biography of the fashion model, who has also become involved in acting and community service activities.
17) Della Reese
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English
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Describes the life and career of the award-winning singer and actress, now famous for her role in the television show "Touched by an Angel."
20) Venus Williams
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English
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A biography of the young tennis player who has been ranked among the top ten women players in the world.
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