Jackie Ormes: The First African American Woman Cartoonist #[nn]

A groundbreaking portrait of resilience and compassion, Jackie Ormes: The First African American Woman Cartoonist (2008) presents a powerful, deeply personal story drawn and written by Ormes herself. In this compelling narrative, Torchy, a woman torn between love and independence, finds herself in peril on a remote jungle plantation before being rescued by Dr. Paul Hammond, a dedicated physician fighting both illness and injustice. As their bond deepens and they confront a community poisoned by industrial neglect, their shared mission becomes one of healing—both medical and moral—leading to a quiet but profound moment of reconciliation and hope. The story is rendered with unflinching honesty and artistry, all by the visionary Jackie Ormes.