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The Story Of Civil Rights

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The Story of Civil Rights by Wil Mara (2018) offers a clear and compelling introduction to the history and ongoing struggle for civil rights in the United States. Aimed primarily at younger readers, the book begins by defining civil rights and addressing the doctrine of “separate but equal,” which institutionalized racial segregation. It then highlights courageous individuals who took action—such as Ruby Bridges, who broke barriers in public education, and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., whose iconic “I Have a Dream” speech became a symbol of the movement. Subsequent chapters explore the legislative changes that followed mass mobilizations, as well as the enduring nature of the civil rights struggle. The book closes with a call to action, empowering readers to become activists and advocates for justice in their own communities. Through accessible language and historical insight, this book educates, inspires, and challenges readers to recognize the importance of equality, justice, and civic engagement.

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Series Title

Civil Rights (Hak-Hak Sipil)

Call Number

323.4 MAR t

Publisher

London : Dorling Kindersey Limited., 2018

Collation

64 hlm.: ilus.; 16 x 24 cm

Language

English

ISBN/ISSN

978-0-2413-1590-3

Classification

323.4

Content Type

text

Media Type

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Carrier Type

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Edition

1

Subject(s)

Civil rights history
Slavery and abolition
Racial segregation
Civil Rights Movement
Children's activism

Specific Detail Info

Level 3

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