Black Excellence defined by Maham the Mentor is the Excellence of Black People in America. That Excellence comes from extraordinary Black People, who accomplished great tasks or Goals, under the most extreme conditions to mankind. Black History is very important to me because I am a direct descendant of it. Most of my life, I thought my life was difficult and it may have been for me, in my mind. I could easily allow myself to believe I was this fragile, I thought I couldn’t bare the treatment I received. Then I learned about Frederick Douglass and George Washington Carver, I shut up, immediately!! How dare I complain about my treatment when these great men were treated so inhumanely. My father was murdered before I was born, my mother passed away five months after I was born. I went through foster care, I was adopted, I was in Special Education by the Eighth grade. I made many mistakes which led me to prison while I was still attending High School. I was 18 years old. I couldn’t read until I was 22, which brings me to meetings these ancestors through literature.
Through literature I was able to see how fortunate I was to be born in this day in time, instead of the 1700 or 1800s. I was able to see through reading, how difficult life was for them, what our ancestors really went through. How some of them contributed and never received any recognition for it? Only through over reading about a subject do I feel comfortable talking about it, if I don’t really know too much about it, I’m not even going to speak on it. These people that I wrote about in this book I have research them on numerous occasions or read about them when I was passing time. They helped me go from special education to graduating college with honors twice.
Black Excellence highlights the amazing contributions of Black Americans, I selected the ones I believe should be known or mentioned. I would encourage anyone who doesn’t like my selection to write or organize your own book. I would love to read it. There are no finish lines to learning. We can all participate in the uplifting and strengthening of all people. With this book, I hope and pray that we remember who we are! What gave us strength. It was unity! Unity in love and principles. Going through history, breaking down these amazing Black Americans, our ancestors. I truly hope that this inspires them to do better, as it did me. Seeing the adversity some of these people in this book faced, can enlighten a young man that his life is way better than his ancestors and he should be grateful because without their contributions we could be in the same predicament.
Black Excellence
About This Book
Black Excellence is an inspiring celebration of Black achievement, innovation, and brilliance throughout American history. This powerful book showcases the extraordinary contributions of Black Americans who have shaped our world—often against overwhelming odds.
From groundbreaking inventors and visionary entrepreneurs to cultural icons and unsung heroes, Black Excellence illuminates the stories of triumph, resilience, and genius that deserve to be known, celebrated, and remembered.
What You'll Discover:
- Profiles of Black pioneers, innovators, and trailblazers
- Stories of achievement across science, business, arts, and culture
- Historical context that connects past excellence to present-day inspiration
- Educational content that empowers and motivates readers of all ages
This book is more than a history lesson—it's a source of pride, inspiration, and proof that excellence has no color barrier, only those who dare to break them.
Why Read Black Excellence?
✓ Inspirational & Educational - Perfect for young readers seeking role models
✓ Comprehensive Coverage - Spans multiple fields and eras of achievement
✓ Empowering Content - Builds pride and motivation through real stories
✓ Part of the Black History Collection - Pairs perfectly with Black Massacres for a complete historical perspectivePerfect For:
- Young people ages 13-32 seeking inspiration and role models
- Students studying Black history and cultural contributions
- Educators building inclusive and empowering curricula
- Parents teaching their children about heritage and excellence
- Book clubs focused on empowerment and historical truth
- Anyone committed to celebrating Black achievement