African American History Month

February is African American History Month. The purpose of this commemoration is to raise awareness of African Americans’key role in our history and culture. It is valuable to pay tribute to those African Americans who, often in the face of adversity, made significant contributions to civilization.

In celebration of African American History Month, I would like to highlight several relevant items from the Upper Room Store. There are several titles in our collection that address the topic of the history of Americans of African heritage. The link below will take you to a list of interesting books: http://theupperroomstore.deepershopping.com/index.php? module=productsearch&product_config=&title=african+american+history&artist=&isbn=&upc=&language=&releasedays=0

These books are about the lives and legacy of prominent individuals.
The inaugural address of Barak Obama
http://theupperroomstore.deepershopping.com/index.php?module=viewitem&item=477227
Gifted Hands the story of renowned physician Ben Carson
http://theupperroomstore.deepershopping.com/index.php? module=productsearch&product_config=&title=gifted+hands&artist=&isbn=&upc=&language=&releasedays=0
A Testament of Hope: The Essential Writings and Speeches of Martin Luther King, Jr.
http://theupperroomstore.deepershopping.com/index.php?module=viewitem&item=161457


In addition, it is also worth noting that there are multitudes of great people of faith who are African American, including many pastors and preachers who inspire and encourage. My online store has a vast collection of books written by African American authors. TD Jakes, Tony Evans and Joseph Garlington are but a few examples. Below are links to lists of books by these men:
TD Jakes http://theupperroomstore.deepershopping.com/index.php?module=productsearch&product_config=&title=Jakes&artist=&isbn=&upc=&language=&releasedays=0
Tony Evans http://theupperroomstore.deepershopping.com/index.php? module=productsearch&product_config=&title=&artist=Tony+Evans+&isbn=&upc=&language=&releasedays=0
Joseph Garlington
http://theupperroomstore.deepershopping.com/index.php?module=viewitem&item=17202


Just a reminder, if you would like to find other books on this topic, click the red advanced search button on the left side of the home page of the Upper Room Store.


If you would like to learn more about African American History Month, you may visit this informative webpage of the Library of Congress: http://www.africanamericanhistorymonth.gov/

Here is another link you may want to visit:
http://www.dusablemuseum.org/about



Have a fun filled month!!