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Black Haze

Black Haze: Violence, Sacrifice, and Manhood in Black Greek-Letter Fraternities
Author: Ricky L. Jones

As a fraternity member, past chapter president, and former national committee representative, Ricky L. Jones is uniquely qualified to write about the sometimes deadly world of black fraternity hazing. Examining five major black Greek-letter fraternities, Jones maintains that hazing rituals within these fraternities are more deeply ingrained, physically violent, and imbued with meaning to their participants than the initiation rites of other ethnic groups. Because they do not see themselves as having the same political, social, and economic opportunities as other members of society, black fraternities and their members have come to see the ability to withstand physical abuse as the key ingredient in building and defining manhood. According to Jones, hazing in black fraternities is a modern manifestation of sacrificial ritual violence that has existed since ancient times, and the participants view such rituals as an important tool in the construction of individual and collective black male identity.

Paperback
Pages: 192
Published: February 2004

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Divine Nine

Divine Nine
Author: Lawrence Ross

This history of black fraternities and sororities confirms the underlying purpose of these institutions: to provide a supportive educational environment for their members during college and social and business networks beyond college. Ross notes the substantial variation on the specific circumstances behind the formation of black fraternities and sororities. For example, Alpha Phi Alpha was formed at Cornell University just after the turn of the last century to counterbalance extreme racial hostilities aimed at the few black students. Shortly thereafter, in the more protective environment of predominantly black Howard University, Omega Psi Phi was formed. More recently (1963), older commuter students at Morgan State formed Iota Phi Theta. The underlying theme in all cases was camaraderie with a special emphasis on providing support to minorities in hostile environments, whether on campus or the broader racial environment of the U.S. Ross profiles several members of black fraternities and sororities, many of them prominent, and notes the contributions the groups have made to black leadership in the U.S.

Paperback
Pages: 465
Published: December 2001

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In Search Of Sisterhood

In Search Of Sisterhood
Author: Paula J. Giddings

This history of the largest block women's organization in the United States is not only the story of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority (DST), but also tells of the increasing involvement of black women in the political, social, and economic affairs of America. Founded at a time when liberal arts education was widely seen as either futile, dangerous, or impractical for blacks, especially women, DST is, in Giddings's words, a "compelling reflection of block women's aspirations for themselves and for society."

Giddings notes that unlike other organizations with racial goals, Delta Sigma Theta was created to change and benefit individuals rather than society. As a sorority, it was formed to bring women together as sisters, but at the some time to address the divisive, often class-related issues confronting black women in our society. There is, in Giddings's eyes, a tension between these goals that makes Delta Sigma Theta a fascinating microcosm of the struggles of black women and their organizations.

DST members have included Mary McLeod Bethune, Mary Church Terrell, Margaret Murray Washington, Shirley Chisholm, Barbara Jordan, and, on the cultural side, Leontyne Price, Lena Horne, Ruby Dee, Judith Jamison, and Roberta Flack. In Search of Sisterhood is full of compelling, fascinating anecdotes told by the Deltas themselves, and illustrated with rare early photographs of the Delta women.

Paperback
Pages: 336
Published: July 1994

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My Daddy Is A Kappa

Today is another day at the Marshall household and little Spencer's school, Heritage Academy is having their annual "Career Day." Little Spencer is especially excited because he is going to have the local Fire Chief can as his guest speaker for his class. However, at the last minute the Fire Chief can not make the Career Day because of an emergency. Spencer is saddened and turns to his father for comfort and guidance. His father tells his not to worry because he will make a few calls to his famous "Frat Brother," who is a big TV personality and published author. Spencer doesn't understand what Frat Brother means and is sat down by his father to explain the meaning of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. "My Daddy Is A Kappa" depicts the strong bond and rich history of the fraternity by using vibrant colors and fantastic illustrations that resonant throughout the book. So don't delay, be excited like little Spencer to find out that the surprise "Frat Brother" at the end of the story is none other than Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity member, Tavis Smiley, who granted Fresh Publishing special permission to us his likeness in the book.

Written by: Audra P. Jackson
Illustrated by: Michelle Figueroa-Hewitt

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My Daddy Is An Omega

This exciting story begins with the Cris family taking a road trip to Atlanta also known as "HotLanta" from their hometown of Pittsburgh, PA. While in the car, the children become bored with the long and mundane sites from the car window. Mr. Cris, the children's father, has a wonderful idea and decides to keep them occupied with colorful stories of the rich traditions and great heritage of his beloved fraternity, Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. During this very long road trip, the children are told the story of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. With vivid depictions of the fraternities history brought to life right before their eyes, the children don't even notice that the time is flying by. Enjoy the bright illustrations of "My Daddy Is An Omega", the first and only children's book about Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.

Written by: Audra P. Jackson
Illustrated by: Michelle Figueroa-Hewitt

As an added bonus to this already amazing children's book, don't forget to read the Foreword by Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., member, superstar Miami Heat Center, Shaquille O'Neal. He too understands the importance of literacy and why "My Daddy Is An Omega" is a great source of historical information for children.

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My Mommy Is A Delta

My Mommy Is A Delta
Author: Audra P. Jackson
Illustrator: Christoper J. Lastra

Book Description (as read from the back of the book):
Take a colorful journey with Ashley, a first grader as she does a report on her mother's sorority, Delta Sigma Theta. Then explore her vivid imagination as she earnestly desires to become a Delta one day in hopes of sharing sisterhood with her best friend, her mother. Let the boldly illustrated characters take you on a whimsical ride into Delta World!

Hardcover
48 Pages
Published: November 2003

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My Mommy Is An AKA

My Mommy Is An AKA
Author: Audra P. Jackson
Illustrator: John A. Collado

Join the Smith family on Mother's Day as Alice opens her gift, "My Mommy Is An AKA", the first ever children's book published about her sorority Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Come aboard with Alice as she shares the dynamic history of the oldest African American sorority with her 7 year old twin boys, Austin and Avery and two girls, Alexandria 10, and Alexis 6.

Enjoy the colorful journey into the land of Alpha Kappa Alpha. Watch the vibrant images portray the sisterhood and commitment to service that every member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. represents. Take the magical and Pink and Green adventure into Alpha Kappa Alpha world!

Hardcover
Published: 2005

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Scottish Rite Masonry

Masonic Book

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