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Explore the incredible history of Afro hair in this full-colourgift hardback.The Story of Afro Hair celebrates the fashion and stylesof Afro hair over the last 5,000 years. From plaits to the Gibson Girl, cornrows to locks, the hi-topfade to funki dreds, The Story of Afro Hair is the ultimatebook of Afro hairstories. Kicking off with an explanation of how Afro hair type growsand why, The Story of Afro Hair then takes us right backto the politics and fashion of Ancient Egypt. Speeding forwards to modern times we experience the Kingdomof Benin, Henry VIII's court, the enslavement of African peoples,the Harlem Renaissance, the beginnings of Rastafarianism, Britainin the 1980s - and much more. With vibrant full colour illustrations by JoelleAvelino.A sparkling gold foil hardback cover - the perfectgift for anyone interested in culture, fashion and history.With profiles of inspirational key figures in the Afrohair beauty industry, such as Sara Spencer Washington,Madam CJ Walker, Viola Desmond, Lincoln Dyke, Dudley Dryden andAnthony Wade. "A brilliant read for Black History Month, [a] thought-provoking,lively & accessible guide for seven plus" - TheGuardian"...this is more than a book about the fashion of a physicaltrait. This extraordinary piece of non-fiction views historicalevents from a new perspective and shows so many aspects of historythat are specific to the experience of those with Afro hair.And that is why this book is so brilliant." The HistorianNext Door

Explore the fascinating, rarely heard stories of Blackairmen during the First and Second World Wars.The Story of Britain's Black Airmen celebratesthe inspiring contributions of people of African descent to Britishaviation.From pilots to ground crew, and with talesfrom across the globe, the story of Britain’sBlack airmen is an important part of the history of flying.By aiming for the skies, many of them helped to bring about changesthat are still making our world a better place. Includes inspirational key figures suchas Cy Grant, Errol Barrow, Sam King and John Henry SmytheWith full-colour illustration by Grenadian illustratorElizabeth LanderFor readers aged 8+

Explore the lives of the Windrush generation in thisfull-colour anthology.With a foreword from Baroness Floella Benjamin, DBE.This book presents 12 moving tales of sacrifice and bravery,inspired by first-hand accounts of the Windrush generation. "Home ain't jus' where you live. Home is your heart an' yer history." Each inspiring story helps to bring the real experience of BlackBritish people into focus.Produced in partnership with Black Cultural Archives to honourthe Windrush generation.Includes ten photo-packed fact sections.   The contributors: K. N. Chimbiri, Kevin George, Salena Godden, Judy Hepburn, AshleyHickson-Lovence, Kirsty Latoya, Katy Massey, E. L. Norry, Quincythe Comedian, Jermain Jackman. With cover art by Joelle Avelino. Black Cultural Archives is the only national heritage centrededicated to collecting, preserving and celebrating the historiesof Black people in Britain.50p from every copy sold goes to BCA.  Listed on two of BOOKS FOR TOPICS lists:Black History BooklistBlack British History

A wonderful celebration of the fascinatingand seldom heard stories of Britain's Black nurses.From ancient and medieval Africa, through colonisation and enslavement,through wars, times of great change and onwards ... tothe creation of the NHS and beyond, the story of nursing has alwaysalso been the story of Britain's Black nurses. Thisstory includes many incredible nurses from around the world:talented, skilful, innovative, hardworking, resilient. The perfect resource for classrooms and school projectsFull of fascinating detail for young readers with full-colourillustrations throughoutReveals the rich history and importance of our UK health service.