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  Graphic Policy - pharoahmiles Apr 7, 2018

  Overall, an excellent resource of Black History. One that each of its subjects eloquently expresses in the discussion of being Black in the world. The quotes and research that Wimberly pulls from are each brilliant and carefully selected for this work. The art by Wimberly is striking, vivacious, and visceral. Altogether, an essential book that deserves to be on everyones bookshelf, regardless of the month. Read Full Review

• 8.0
  Pop Culture Uncovered - soshillinois Feb 14, 2017

  Overall, while this book is very short: its a gift worth having on Black History Month. Considering the times we live in, being able to broaden the range of who contributed to history and art is more important than ever. While some would call releasing this book on February a marketing tactic, its very smart marketing, and one worth tipping the hat for. While some people might be disappointed this isn't hard sequential art, sometimes being able to provide a voice for a mass or people lost to time is just as important. This project is most definitely money well-spent. Read Full Review

• 8.0
  Florida Geek Scene - Brian Reed Feb 22, 2017

  I think if we're honest, there's a disturbingly large market who just aren't ever going to be interested in this book. There'll be any number of excuses for not wanting to think about such a difficult topic, and that's kind of why the rest of us need this stuff. These are (usually) great, thoughful quotes by great, powerful minds… human minds… and there's wisdom there for all of us, no matter what color you are, or how equal you feel we may be, or not be. Yes, this book will mean a little more to a certain demographic, but that doesn't make it any less special to the rest of us. As a comic reader, you may not care at all about Black History in its Own Words, but as a human being, I'm glad Image put it out there. Read Full Review

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