Inspiring African American Women of Virginia

About the Book

Inspiring African American Women of Virginia was written to provide readers with a variety of ethic women from various eras in our countries history.

It captivates the reader and pulls them into the lives of women who were not just faced with the obstacle of race but gender. It also reveals how they overcame their obstacles to achieve international acclaim.

From Missy Elliott and Roberta Flack to Maggie Walker and Nannie Boroughs, you'll be surprised at how each of these women are connected to Virginia.

Enjoy!!

About the Author

Author/historian Veronica A. Davis is a contributing author to the Dictionary of Virginia Biographies, a book reviewer for Library Journal, and has written several articles for various magazines. Her first publication Here I Lay My Burdens Down brought attention to many neglected cemeteries across the nation.