On my brother's shoulders : an African American anthology and tribute to people of color /poetry written [and] story edited by E. Willa Simpson.

"In this insightful and enlightening book, E. Willa Simpson takes readers on a journey through the African American experience. [...] Her honesty, courage and thought-provoking verses will leave readers pondering just how deeply African Americans were affected by their shackled enslavement in the United States. Simpson senses the worth involved in honouring those who contributed to the struggle for justice and equality in America."--Provided by the publisher.