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The Dr. Walter L. Smith Library also offers two books for sale with the proceeds going towards future development of the library.  The books are a very good addition to your book collection, and can be very enjoyable reads. The name and description of the books are as follows...

The Magnificent Twelve - Dr. Walter L. Smith

The book The Magnificent Twelve is an in depth description of the history of the 12 Black junior colleges that existed in the state of Florida from 1949 to 1966. After the publication of this book, the US Congress honored the twelve individuals who opened these junior colleges and the event is entered in the Congressional Record.

Price: $25.00

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Unquenchable Black Fires - Leedell Neyland

Set in the 1960s, this book talks about a tragic event where a Black operated club was burned down in a fire and the local fire department refused to help.

Price: $15.00 (Hardback), $8.95 (Paperback)

The History of the Florida Interscolastic Athletic Association - Leedell Neyland

Leedell Neyland discusses the history of the African-American operated athletic league that is similar to the
Florida High School Athletic Association.

Price: $8.95

For more information on these books, contact the library at 813-254-0605.