Ebony

A collection celebrating the rich history, cultural impact, and authentic coverage of Black American life by Ebony magazine. Founded in 1945 by John H. Johnson, Ebony aimed to create a magazine for Black America, similar to Life Magazine. Lavaille Lavette curates this book, featuring more than 600 covers and photographs showcasing political figures like Martin Luther King Jr. and Barack Obama, entertainers like Diana Ross and Oprah Winfrey, sports heroes like Serena Williams and Muhammad Ali, and much more.