Books by Dr. Richard Bailey | Alabama History Books from Montgomery, AL

Pyramid Publishing is proud to offer historical works by Montgomery, Alabama historian Dr. Richard Bailey. Through decades of research, writing, and preservation efforts, Dr. Bailey has documented important chapters of Alabama's history, highlighting individuals, communities, and events that helped shape the state.

Whether you are a student, educator, genealogist, researcher, historian, or lifelong learner, these books provide valuable insight into Alabama's African American history, Reconstruction era, and the people whose contributions deserve to be remembered. All books are available for purchase and can be shipped anywhere in the United States.

Dr. Richard Bailey is a Montgomery, Alabama historian whose decades of research, writing, and preservation efforts have documented some of the most important — and often overlooked — chapters of Alabama's past.

Through two major publications, Dr. Bailey has brought visibility to the individuals and communities whose contributions shaped Alabama and the nation, creating resources that remain invaluable for students, educators, researchers, and families tracing their heritage.

Alabama Board of Education — approved supplemental text
Recognized for historical significance and contribution to African American history
One of few African American authors with a Board of Education approved title in Alabama

They Too Call Alabama Home is a comprehensive collection of profiles highlighting African Americans who were born in Alabama, made significant contributions within the state, or left a lasting impact across the nation.

Covering nearly two centuries of history, the book explores individuals from a wide range of professions and backgrounds, including educators, military leaders, politicians, business professionals, entertainers, athletes, religious leaders, and public servants. Through extensive research and firsthand contributions, Dr. Bailey created a valuable resource that preserves stories that might otherwise have been lost to history.

This book is especially useful for:

Students and educators
Genealogists and family historians
Researchers of Alabama history
African American history enthusiasts
Libraries and historical societies
Community heritage organizations

Readers will gain a deeper appreciation for the accomplishments, perseverance, and influence of African Americans who helped shape Alabama and communities throughout the country.

Neither Carpetbaggers Nor Scalawags examines one of the most transformative periods in Alabama's history—the years following the Civil War and the end of slavery.

This important work focuses on the Black officeholders who participated in government and public service during Reconstruction, documenting their efforts to help rebuild communities and expand opportunities during a challenging and often turbulent era.

Recognized for its historical significance, the book was selected by the Alabama Board of Education as a supplemental educational text, making it one of the few books by an African American author to receive that distinction in Alabama.

Inside, readers will discover:

The political landscape of Reconstruction-era Alabama
Stories of Black elected officials and public servants
The social and economic challenges of the period
Historical context surrounding post-Civil War Alabama
Expanded research and indexing for historical study

This book serves as an excellent resource for educators, students, historians, researchers, and anyone interested in understanding the lasting impact of Reconstruction on Alabama and the American South.

History is strongest when it includes the voices and experiences of all those who helped shape it. Through these publications, Dr. Richard Bailey brings attention to individuals and historical events that have often been overlooked in traditional historical narratives.

His work helps preserve important stories while providing readers with reliable, well-researched resources for education, research, and personal discovery — from Reconstruction-era political leadership to profiles of influential African Americans across two centuries.

These books continue to serve as valuable references for understanding Alabama's rich and complex history, and remain in use by schools, libraries, and historical societies across the state and nation.

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Dr. Richard Bailey

Dedicated to Preserving Alabama's Untold Stories

Award-Winning Works on Alabama History

They Too Call Alabama Home

Neither Carpetbaggers Nor Scalawags

Preserving Alabama's Stories for Future Generations

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Valuable for a Wide Range of Readers

Students & Educators

Genealogists & Family Historians

Historians & Researchers

Libraries & Historical Societies

Community Organizations

Lifelong Learners

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