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This book was really incredible. Having missed this historical generationmyself by being born in the 70s, it is incredibly angering to know that there was such a distinction made between races. She draws readers into this autobiography that reads more like a novel than a memoir, with tales of herself, a little girl exchanging work for milk for her family. I can see why it continues to be ppular more than 40 years after it's original publication. Then as a young adult putting her life and that of her family at risk fighting for Civil Rights. What an amazing book.
She let her voice be known at a time when immediate influence was necessary. Even worse,that it was a LEGAL distinction. To know this book was bravely published in 1968, when the Civil Rights issues were still a hot topic, is telling of how Anne (Essie Mae) Moody unabashadly tells the stories of her life in Mississippi. This is a touching story of leadership, accountability, struggle and victory. She didn't wait for controversies and prejudice to cool down.
She then shares her teenage years, as a beautiful girl struggling though work, school and family upheaval.
It was a very slow read, and didn't flow well. This book was chosen by my book club.
I wish she had written more books. I found this book very honest & interesting. I gave it to a friend who said the same thing.
it took over a month to get my refund.Lame Liquidate-4-me never shipped my book.
you would never guess just how dangerous a place with was, in fact, all along the Delta and Mississippi was dangerous. In several books I've read regarding Southern History and slavery, this story actually surpised me. Good book, takes off towards the end. She's a born fighter. Without giving much detail, she becomes famous overnight. Ironic, but to drive into Jackson, Ms.
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