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Freedom Walkers: The Story of the Montgomery Bus Boycott
114 pp.
| Holiday |
September, 2006 |
TradeISBN 0-8234-2031-0$18.95
(1)
4-6
In his account of this defining episode in the fight for racial equality, Freedman shines a spotlight on the sacrifice and courage of thousands of unsung African Americans who boycotted Montgomery's buses for 381 days--jeopardizing livelihoods and safety. The expertly paced text, balanced but impassioned, emphasizes the strategizing, organizing, and restraint from all involved. Well captioned black-and-white photographs enhance this absorbing narrative. Bib., ind.
Reviewer: Kitty Flynn
| Horn Book Magazine Issue:
September, 2006