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- The first ladies [sound recording] / by Benedict, Marie,author.; Miles, Robin,narrator.; Gilbert, Tavia,narrator.; Murray, Victoria Christopher,author.; Penguin Audio (Firm),publisher.;
Read by Robin Miles, Tavia Gilbert."A novel about the extraordinary partnership between First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt and civil rights activist Mary McLeod Bethune--an unlikely friendship that changed the world, from the New York Times bestselling authors of the Good Morning America Book Club pick The Personal Librarian. The daughter of formerly enslaved parents, Mary McLeod Bethune refuses to back down as white supremacists attempt to thwart her work. She marches on as an activist and an educator, and as her reputation grows she becomes a celebrity, revered by titans of business and recognized by U.S. Presidents. Eleanor Roosevelt herself is awestruck and eager to make her acquaintance. Initially drawn together because of their shared belief in women's rights and the power of education, Mary and Eleanor become fast friends confiding their secrets, hopes and dreams-and holding each other's hands through personal and professional strife. When Franklin Delano Roosevelt is elected president, the two women begin to collaborate more closely, particularly as Eleanor moves toward her own agenda separate from FDR, a consequence of the devastating discovery of her husband's secret love affair. Eleanor becomes a controversial First Lady for her outspokenness, particularly on civil rights. And when she receives threats because of her strong ties to Mary, it only fuels the women's desire to fight together for justice and equality. This is the story of two different, yet equally formidable, passionate, and committed women, and the way in which their singular friendship helped form the foundation for the modern civil rights movement"--- Subjects: Audiobooks.; Biographical fiction.; Historical fiction.; Novels.; Bethune, Mary McLeod, 1875-1955; Roosevelt, Eleanor, 1884-1962; African Americans; Civil rights workers; Presidents' spouses;
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- John Lewis : a life / by Greenberg, David,1968-author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index.John Lewis: A Life is a comprehensive, authoritative biography of Civil Rights icon John Lewis, "the conscience of the Congress," drawing on interviews with Lewis and approximately 275 others who knew him at various stages of his life, as well as never-before-used FBI files and documents.- Subjects: Biographies.; Lewis, John, 1940-2020.; United States. Congress. House; African American legislators; Civil rights movements; Civil rights workers; Legislators;
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- Rosa / by Giovanni, Nikki.; Collier, Bryan;
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- Subjects: Parks, Rosa, 1913-; African American women; African Americans; African Americans; Civil rights workers; Segregation in transportation;
- © c2005., Henry Holt,
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- Carry on : reflections for a new generation / by Lewis, John,1940-2020,author.; Sehgal, Kabir,author.; Young, Andrew,1932-writer of foreword.;
"Congressman John Lewis was a paragon of the Civil Rights Movement and political leadership for decades. A hero we won't soon forget, Lewis was a beacon of hope and a model of humility whose invocation to "good trouble" continues to inspire millions across our nation. In his last year on earth, even while battling cancer, he dedicated time to share his memories, beliefs, and advice-exclusively immortalized in these pages-as a message to the generations to come. Organized by topic ranging from justice, courage, faith, and forgiveness to the pandemic, environment, marriage, money, and even death, and many more besides, Carry On collects the late Congressman's thoughts for readers to draw on whenever they are in need of guidance. John Lewis had great confidence in our future, even as he died in the midst of one of our country's most challenging years to date. With this book, we can continue to learn from his perseverance, dedication, profound insight, and unwavering ability to see the good in life, and live up to the legacy he has left us."--Provided by publisher.- Subjects: Biographies.; Autobiographies.; Anecdotes.; Lewis, John, 1940-2020; Lewis, John, 1940-2020,; United States. Congress. House; Civil rights workers; Legislators; Conduct of life; Civil rights; African American legislators; African American civil rights workers;
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- Who was Martin Luther King, Jr.? / by Bader, Bonnie,1961-; Wolf, Elizabeth,1954-;
Includes bibliographical references.A brief biography of Martin Luther King, Jr., a leader of the American civil rights movement."RL: 3.0"--P. [4] of cover.LSC- Subjects: King, Martin Luther, Jr., 1929-1968; African Americans; Civil rights workers; Baptists; African Americans;
- © c2008., Grosset & Dunlap,
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- Remembering Martin Luther King, Jr. : his life and crusade in pictures / by Johnson, Charles Richard,1948-; Adelman, Bob.;
LSC- Subjects: King, Martin Luther, Jr., 1929-1968; African Americans; Civil rights workers; Baptists; African Americans; Civil rights movements;
- © c2008., Life Books,
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- Who was Rosa Parks? / by McDonough, Yona Zeldis.; Marchesi, Stephen.;
Includes bibliographical references (p. 106).In 1955, Rosa Parks refused to give her bus seat to a white passenger in Montgomery, Alabama. This seemingly small act triggered civil rights protests across America and earned Rosa Parks the title "Mother of the Civil Rights Movement.""RL: 3.2"--P. [4] of cover.LSC- Subjects: Parks, Rosa, 1913-2005; African American women; African Americans; Civil rights workers; African Americans; Segregation in transportation;
- © c2010., Grosset & Dunlap,
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- I am Rosa Parks / by Parks, Rosa,1913-2005.; Haskins, James,1941-2005.; Clay, Wil.;
Grades 2-3.F&P text level O.LSC- Subjects: Parks, Rosa, 1913-2005; African American women; African Americans; Civil rights workers; African Americans; Segregation in transportation;
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- Brave leaders and activists / by Miller, J. P.(Janice P.); Carroll, Chellie.;
Includes bibliographical references and index."The act of segregation was a common thread woven throughout the world, directed at people of color. It takes great courage to stand up against racial injustice and many Black leaders sacrificed their lives to demand equality. Read about men and women who worked on behalf of all people of color including Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Malcolm X, Barack Obama, the founders of Black Lives Matter Alicia Garza, Opal Tometi, Patrisse Cullors, and many more"--Provided by publisher.Guided reading: X.LSC- Subjects: Blacks; African Americans; Human rights workers; Civil rights workers, Black; Social reformers; Political activists; Blacks; Anti-racism; Heroes; Leadership;
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- The bus ride that changed history : the story of Rosa Parks / by Edwards, Pamela Duncan.; Shanahan, Danny;
The story of Rosa Parks influence on the United States civil rights movement.LSC- Subjects: Parks, Rosa, 1913-2005; African Americans; Civil rights workers; Segregation in transportation; African Americans;
- © 2005., Houghton Mifflin,
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