Toni Morrison

This biography traces Toni Morrison's journey from a childhood in Lorain, Ohio, through her marriage, academic and editing careers, and her rise as one of America's most influential writers. Vivid photographs and a clear timeline bring to life the obstacles she faced and the milestones she achieved, including becoming the first African American woman to win the Nobel Prize in Literature. Sidebars and accessible text make the story engaging while providing important social studies context for middle-grade readers.