Bright Boulevards, Bold Dreams: The Story of Black Hollywood

Bright Boulevards, Bold Dreams is a captivating history of Black Hollywood that uncovers the audacious manner in which many Blacks made a place for themselves in an industry that originally had no place for them.

This deliciously entertaining book pieces together a remarkable story that remains largely obscure to this day, revealing a unique world unto itself with its own rules and social hierarchy.

Through interviews and personal recollections of Hollywood luminaries, Bogle sheds light on the glamorous and brilliant personalities of Black Hollywood, including Bill "Bojangles" Robinson, Hattie McDaniel, Lena Horne, Sammy Davis Jr., James Edwards, and Madame Sul-Te-Wan.

The book also explores the world that grew up around them along Central Avenue, the Harlem of the West, and reveals the lesser-known members of the Black community - from White stars' Black servants to gossip columnists, hairstylists, and architects.

This comprehensive and engaging history is a must-read for anyone interested in the rich and fascinating story of Black Hollywood.