James Haskins
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For the politician and cabinet minister from Botswana, see James G. Haskins.
James/Jim Haskins (September 19, 1941 – July 6, 2005) was an American author; he wrote more than 100 books for both adults and children. Many of his books are about the achievements of African Americans; they cover the history and culture of Africa and the African American experience. The biographical subjects include Lena Horne, Hank Aaron, Scatman Crothers, and Malcolm X. Most of his writings were for young people. He wrote on a great variety of subjects which introduced them to the language and cultures of other continents, especially Africa.
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Born | (1941-09-19)September 19, 1941 Demopolis, Alabama, U.S. |
Died | July 6, 2005(2005-07-06) (aged 63) Manhattan, U.S. |
Occupation | Nonfiction writer |
Education | Georgetown University (BA) University of Alabama (BS) University of New Mexico (MA) |
Genre | Biography, Children's literature, Young adult fiction |
Notable works | The Story of Stevie Wonder Lena Horne Count Your Way series |
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