An early book on the history of blacks in Hollywood and British films with chapters on actors, silent films, musicals, post war films and more. Includes lists of films with black characters & 43 stills on plates. Shallow chipping to the top edge of the dustjacket, a tiny chip to the spine panel, and light soiling to the back panel. Originally published in 1937 this edition was updated in 1949. Fine/vg.