Author/Editor Schulman, Arlene
A detailed biography of boxing champion and African-American political hero Muhammad Ali. Includes his childhood, boxing career, involvement with the Nation of Islam and opposition to the war in Vietnam.
KS3
Lerner, 2001, ISBN 0822596938

Author/Editor Schulman, Arlene
A detailed biography of boxing champion and African-American political hero Muhammad Ali. Includes his childhood, boxing career, involvement with the Nation of Islam and opposition to the war in Vietnam.
KS3
Lerner, 2001, ISBN 0822596938

Author/Editor Swain, Gwenyth
Levi Coffin was a free black in the American South in the days of slavery. His home became part of the Underground Railroad and Levi earned himself the name “President of the Underground Railroad”
KS3
Carolrhoda Books, 2001, ISBN 157505552X

Author/Editor Weidt, Maryann
Frederick Douglass was a brilliant and powerful speaker, who travelled widely to spread his antislavery message. He played a vital role in the struggle for freedom. This is a detailed biography for able readers.
KS2/3
Carolrhoda Books, 2001, ISBN 1575055538

Author/Editor Adler, David
Picture book detailing the life of Frederick Douglass, from his early life as a slave to his escape, his later work on his own anti-slavery newspaper to his political life.
KS1/2
Holiday House, 1995, ISBN 0823412059

Author/Editor Cameron, Ann
Ann Cameron has adapted Equiano’s autobiography for a modern audience, retelling the story in modern language, but still in the first person. This is the only accessible biography of Equiano, a leading anti-slavery campaigner in England.
KS2/3
Knopf Paperback, 1995, ISBN 0375803467

Author/Editor Bains, Rae
This is a detailed account for young readers of the life of Mohandas Gandhi, showing his early years and education, his peaceful protests against the caste system, unfair taxation and British rule and his ultimate murder in 1948.
KS2/3
Troll Communications, 1996, ISBN 0816717680

Author/Editor Hatt, Christine
In the Judge for Yourself series, this book includes a brief biography of Gandhi and then asks students to assess his actions through examining source materials.
KS3/4
Evans, 2002, ISBN 0237523086

Author/Editor Marshall, Kathryn
This book outlines the life and achievements of Indira Gandhi who became the first woman prime minister of India in 1966 and was re-elected in 1980. It includes details of India's political history including mention of the Caste system, Mahatma Gandhi, the Amritsar massacre and Indian independence.
KS3
Exley Publications, 1997, ISBN 1850154775

Author/Editor Hook, Jason
Documents the sporting career and political stance of Muhammad Ali, showing him to be a man who stood up for what he believed was right – whether that was fighting for race equality or protesting against war.
KS3
Hodder Wayland, 2000, ISBN 0750228199

Author/Editor Liverpool CC Race Equality Management Team
A story book and learning activities about John Archer who was elected Mayor of Battersea in November 1913. Born in Liverpool in 1863, Archer’s mother was Irish and his father from Barbados.
KS1/2
Liverpool Race Equality Management Team, 1995, ISBN 0952478919

Author/Editor Bridges, Ruby
Ruby Bridges was one of the first black children to be moved to attend a previously white school in New Orleans in 1960. Her companions on her first day were four white federal marshals, who were charged with ensuring her safety in getting into the school. She was six years old. This is Ruby’s story, told as an autobiography.
KS2/3
Scholastic, 1999, 0590546309

Author/Editor Gibb, Tom
Tells the story of Fidel’s life and politics. Includes many quotes from his letters and speeches.
KS3
Hodder Wayland, 2001, ISBN 0750228628

Author/Editor Freedman, Florence
The account of Ellen and William Craft’s escape from slavery was originally published in England in 1861. This book uses the original account supplemented with contemporary newspaper cuttings and articles.
KS3
P.Bedrick, 1997, ISBN 0872262219

Author/Editor Keenan, Sheila
Biography of Frederick Douglass, 1818 - 1895, abolitionist. Born a slave, the biography shows his personal struggles to gain an education, escape slavery and fight for the freedom of African Americans.
KS1/2
Scholastic, 1995, ISBN 0590483560

Author/Editor Miller, William
Famous writer and activist Frederick Douglass was born enslaved in 1817. This book reconstructs Frederick Douglass' formative years as a plantation slave for young readers.
KS2/3
Lee & Low, 1996, ISBN 1880000423

Author/Editor Hatt, Christine
In the Judge for Yourself series, this book includes a brief biography of Gandhi and then asks students to assess his actions through examining source materials.
KS3/4
Evans, 2002, ISBN 0237523086

Author/Editor Downing, David
Contains a detailed biography of Mohandas Gandhi with maps and photos, a detailed timeline and guide to other sources
KS3
Heinemann, 2002, ISBN 0431138680

Author/Editor Fischel, Emma
This biography of Mahatma Gandhi is written for Junior children, illustrated with line drawings. As Gandhi is growing up in India he becomes aware of the ill-treatment of some people. His time spent as a lawyer in South Africa develops his understanding of racism . On his return to India he is determined to fight for his country's freedom from the British Empire using non-violent strategies.
KS2
Franklin Watts, 2002, ISBN 0749643544

Author/Editor Huntley, Eric L.
Marcus Garvey is one of the most significant Caribbean historical figures, who founded the Universal Negro Improvement Association with the aim of “uniting all the Negro people of the world into one great body to establish a country and a government absolutely of their own”. This biography was written for use in primary and lower secondary age groups, providing a detailed account of Garvey’s life and work.
KS2/3
Bogle-L’Ouverture Press, 1993, ISBN 0904521958