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John Steptoe

1950–1989

United States

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John Steptoe (September 14, 1950 – August 28, 1989) was an author and illustrator children's books dealing with aspects of the African-American experience. He is best known for writing Mufaro's Beautiful Daughters (1987), which is noted for its presentation of African culture.

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