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This richly illustrated collection presents the extraordinary life stories of fourteen bright stars from Black British history â from Tudor England to modern Britain â and charts their ongoing influence. This important and timely book delves into the life stories of important figures â including Tudor trumpeter John Blanke, storytelling freedom fighter Mary Prince, and Notting Hill Carnival founder Claudia Jones â many of whom are only just beginning to get the recognition that they deserve. Brought to life through hand-painted illustrations by award-winning illustrator Angela Vives, Bright Stars of Black British History shines a light on the courage, resilience and talent of remarkable individuals who have left a lasting mark on our collective history.

Bright Stars of Black British History

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    A Hardback by J.T. Williams, Angela Vives

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      Publisher Thames & Hudson Ltd
      Published 28 September 2023
      ISBN-13 9780500652923
      978-0500652923
      ISBN-10 0500652929
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      Children & Teen Children & Teen Non-Fiction

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      Book Synopsis
      This richly illustrated collection presents the extraordinary life stories of fourteen bright stars from Black British history â from Tudor England to modern Britain â and charts their ongoing influence. This important and timely book delves into the life stories of important figures â including Tudor trumpeter John Blanke, storytelling freedom fighter Mary Prince, and Notting Hill Carnival founder Claudia Jones â many of whom are only just beginning to get the recognition that they deserve. Brought to life through hand-painted illustrations by award-winning illustrator Angela Vives, Bright Stars of Black British History shines a light on the courage, resilience and talent of remarkable individuals who have left a lasting mark on our collective history.

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