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Ebony Magazine – August 1993 – The Modern Black Family Cover – Good Condition
This August 1993 Ebony Magazine special issue is devoted to “The New Black Family”—a dynamic and heartfelt exploration of how African-American families continue to evolve, overcome, and thrive. With the theme Determined, Dynamic, Diverse, the cover story and in-depth features examine the modern Black family’s resilience amidst changing cultural and societal challenges. An insightful and uplifting issue that honors Black love, legacy, and community.
Condition: Good. Light wear consistent with age. The address label has been intentionally blurred. The item shown in the listing photos is the exact magazine you will receive. Please review images for condition verification. Comes in a plastic protective covering. Combined shipping is available upon request.
Cover Story
The New Black Family – Determined, Dynamic, Diverse
Despite facing serious obstacles, Black families remain the cornerstone of the community, constantly adapting while maintaining deep-rooted traditions.
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Cover photograph: Vandel Cobb
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Design: Raymond A. Thomas
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Hair: Charles Mays
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Makeup: Yvonne Cochran (Fashion Fair)
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Styling: Stavrou Productions
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Wardrobe courtesy of: Marshall Field’s
Special Feature Section: The Enduring Black Family
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Publisher’s Statement – John H. Johnson (p. 27)
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Introduction: The Black Family Nobody Knows (p. 28)
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10 Secrets to a Happy Marriage: Expert tips for long-lasting love – Lynn Norment (p. 32)
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40 Acres and a Mule Revisited: A Mississippi farm family's generational struggle – Lisa C. Jones (p. 66)
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Bo Knows Family, Pain and Glory: Bo Jackson’s comeback is a tribute to his mother (p. 72)
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How to Plan a Family Reunion You’ll Never Forget (p. 114)
New Challenges & Perspectives
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Down But Not Out: A Chicago family’s fight to stay together (p. 38)
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The Adoption Option: Inspiring stories of Black families embracing adoption – Karima A. Haynes (p. 46)
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The Changing Church & Changing Families: How Black churches adapt to support evolving family structures (p. 94)
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My Husband, The Inmate: A deeply personal narrative – Laura B. Randolph (p. 120)
The New Frontier
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Commuter Couples: Maintaining intimacy across distance (p. 52)
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Modern Mothers: Working women balance careers and family life (p. 60)
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Mr. Moms: Black men redefining fatherhood and household roles – Douglas C. Lyons (p. 102)
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Sassy Grandmothers: Active, independent, and redefining age roles (p. 108)
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Sex in Black America: Reality and Myth – Walter Leavy (p. 126)
Departments & Regular Features
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Speaking of People (p. 8)
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Letters to the Editor (p. 10)
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Ebony Advisor (p. 14)
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Ebony Bookshelf (p. 21)
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House Call (p. 22)
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Backstage (p. 24)
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Sounding Off (p. 25)
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Fashion Fair: New York Cool & Sophisticated (p. 78)
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Date With a Dish: 5-A-Day for Family Health (p. 86)
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Strictly for Laughs (p. 92)
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Memorable Photos (p. 138)
A thoughtful and rich collector’s issue highlighting the diverse, evolving roles within African-American families—ideal for readers interested in culture, history, relationships, and community resilience.