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Book SynopsisUnsung Heroes of the Civil Rights Movement and Thereafter offers students the opportunity to learn more about important and often overlooked figures of the Civil Rights Movement. Featured figures include the Saint Augustine Four, Iren Morgan Kirkaldy, Stokely Carmichael, Jackie and Rachel Robinson, and Emmett Till.
Trade ReviewThis is an outstanding book. Not only does it cover historical aspects of history, but also, the psychological aspects of it. -- Jonathan Livingston, Associate Professor of Psychology
This book is a powerful and inspirational narrative of the struggles of African American unsung heroes whose stories are told in an enlightening, engaging way. It reminds us that in our own suffering the spirit endures. -- Alisa Taliaferro, Assistant Professor of Educational Leadership, North Carolina Central University
The book is awesome! -- Amir Jones, 7th grade student
My son loves history. He is a rising 4th grader. Teachers who read this book can enhance their history of African Americans’ contributions to our nation. -- Philip Carey, MBA/MAC, Business Owner
My co-workers were amazed to find out about other contributors to the Civil Rights Movement. -- Anndrea D. Carey, Family Nurse Practitioner
Table of ContentsForeword By Jonathan N. Livingston, Ph.D. Introduction Chapter I: Irene Morgan Kirkaldy: Freedom, Bravery and Justice By Dorothy Hines, Ph.D. Candidate Chapter II: Emmett Till: Young, Innocent and Vulnerable By Dorothy M. Singleton, Ph.D. Chapter III: The Saint Augustine Four: Living Life on the Edge By Nancy Reese-Durham, Ph.D. Clarence E. Davis, Ph.D. Dorothy M. Singleton, Ph.D. Chapter IV: Stokely Carmichael: The Rise of “Black Power” By Clarence E. Davis, Ph.D. Nancy Reese-Durham, Ph.D. April Holbrook, M.Ed. Chapter V: Jackie and Rachel Robinson: Continuing the Legacy By Brenda Martin, Ph.D. Clarence E. Davis, Ph.D. Summary About the Editor
