Exploring the complex racial identity of Bell Marion Greener (Costa Green) and her journey from public school to becoming a skilled librarian with a passion for rare books. The chapter discusses discrepancies in her biography, her father's historical significance, and the societal implications of race during the Jim Crow era.
This 2017 episode features three unique women, all of whom are notable. They each have a surprising aspect to their stories, and they each have the name Belle.
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