Sepia Dreams: A Celebration of Black Achievement Through Words and Images

By: Bennett, Dionne

Sepia Dreams is a collection of wise words from and beautiful images of fifty black celebrities from the worlds of entertainment, art, sports, and more. Speaking candidly about the motivations and qualities they believe have made and kept them successful, each celebrity interview takes the form of a lesson-one that is useful in our daily lives, one that shows us that dreams can come true, including: * Samuel L. Jackson discusses Endurance " I was very fortunate that fame didn't come until I'd learned to do a whole lot of different things. The work is what makes me happy. It never occurred to me to quit. From early on, it was instilled in me that it was about the work and not the result of the work." * Gordon Parks expresses Fearlessness "People could do many things if they just tried, but they're afraid. I have always had a great desire and curiosity about the world and what you can accomplish in it. At times, I have been afraid, but I have never allowed fear to stand in my way." * Lena Horne tells of living with Dignity "Dignity is something that no one can take away from you. They may try-honey, they will try-but you don't have to let them." * Susan Taylor talks about BALANCE "When your emotional life is in balance, everything else works. I see myself as a student of my own life. I'm always reaching for something more." Sepia Dreams showcases Matthew Jordan Smith's extraordinary talent, and his moving photographs stand on their own as striking works of art. Intuitive and enriching, practical and encouraging, as well as visually stunning, this book inspires and guides anyone who has ever had a dream to pursue it.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0312278179
• ISBN13: 9780312278175
• Release Date: November 2001
• Publisher: St. Martin's Press
• Length: 224 Pages
• Weight: 2.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 11.3" x 0.8" x 8.7"

Customer Reviews

Great Work!!!

Sepia Dreams is definitely a MUST HAVE for one that has a great appreciation for art/photography. The affirmations are inspiring. The book is a great gift to give to loved ones.

A book that belongs on every coffee table!

Beautiful. Intelligent. Inspirational. Sepia Dreams is a work of art and aspiration! With so many stories of the people we love the most, you can't put it down. A great gift, and a must-have addition to your home library!--LLOYD BOSTON, author of MEN OF COLOR

The Perfect Gift!

From the moment I first opened this book, I haven't been able to stop talking about it to my co-workers, friends, and family. Never before have I been so proud to own a book . At a time when we could all use something upbeat and positive, this book is inspirational, motivational, and uplifting. I hope you enjoy it as much as I am!