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Daughters of Men: Portraits of African-American Women and Their Fathers
by Rachel Vassel

A collection of portraits and essays of successful and fulfilled African-American women, highlighting their relationships with their fathers. The stories are very different, including many types of fathers and their unique ways of being supportive. Many readers commented that they were moved to compose their own personal essays after reading Vassel's inspirational book.

Available now: NEW 306.8742 V447d 2007

Quiet Strength: A Memoir
by Tony Dungy

Leading his Indianapolis Colts to victory against the Chicago Bears in 2007, Tony became the first African American coach to win a Super Bowl. Born in Jackson, Michigan in 1955, he always excelled at sports, but his most important goals involved his faith and his family, and challenging the current conception of success at any price. Amazon's readers gave it 5 stars, and enjoyed the fact that he really does cover “the principles, practices, and priorities of a winning life”.

Available now: NEW Biography, Dungy, Tony 2007

Reposition Yourself: Living Life Without Limits
by T.D. Jakes

It's clear why T.D. Jakes is one of our most requested authors. His book exhorts us to take action: “If you don't like the way your life is going, redesign it. Redeem the years you lost. Restore your vision, revive your passion for living, and reclaim what was dormant inside of you.” Whether you are a long time fan of Bishop Jakes, or new to his works, if you enjoy scriptural study applied to life you won't want to miss this one.

Available now: NEW 248.4 J211rf 2007

Condoleezza Rice: An American Life
by Elisabeth Bumiller

Condoleeza Rice was growing up in a segregated Alabama during the turbulent times of the civil rights movement, when Bull Connor was unleashing his police dogs during the nonviolent marches. Her biography traces our recent U.S. history and the Bush administration's policies, as well as her own rise to power as the nation's first black woman secretary of state.

Available now: NEW Biography Rice, Condoleezza 2007

Unfinished Business: Racial Equality in American History
by Michael J. Klarman

The author is one of the top civil rights legal scholars in the U.S., and he reveals how our legal system has often been a reflection of our history, and sometimes a leader in setting new societal mores.

Available now: NEW 305.896 K665u 2007