Since the earliest days of slavery, African Americans have called on their religious faith in the struggle against oppression. In this book the Beatitudes — from Jesus’ famous Sermon on the Mount — form the backdrop for Carole Boston Weatherford’s powerful free-verse poem that traces the African American journey from slavery to civil rights.Tim Ladwig’s stirring illustrations showcase a panorama of heroes in this struggle, from the slaves shackled in the hold of a ship to the first African American president taking his oath of office on the steps of the United States Capitol.Readers of all ages will find this a book to return to again and again for encouragement and inspiration.
Author: Carole Boston Weatherford
Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Eerdmans Books for Young Readers
Published: 11/13/2009
Pages: 40
Weight: 0.93lbs
Size: 11.58h x 8.94w x 0.41d
ISBN: 9780802853523
Language: English
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