African American Core Values

About the Book

• A “Best Hits” compilation of self-help quotations from famous to ordinary African Americans, from establishment insiders to athletes and rap artists, from the revered elders to twelve-year-old Myesha

• A treasure trove of wisdom that can help all young people avoid problems in life and make the most of opportunities

• A realistic, inspiring view of African Americans advancing—an antidote to the negative media portrayals

• A telling of centuries of American history in the poignant voices of people who lived and shaped that history

About the Author

Richard M. Rosenfield worked with students, parents, and teachers as a school psychologist for thirty years, from rural North Carolina to New York City. He lives with his wife and son in Manhattan.