Who Was Martin Luther King, Jr.? by Bonnie Bader tells the inspiring story of a man who became the face of the American civil rights movement. Born in 1929 in segregated Atlanta, Georgia, Martin Luther King, Jr. was deeply influenced by his religious upbringing and the teachings of nonviolence. As a Baptist minister, he led pivotal actions such as the Montgomery Bus Boycott and the 1963 March o…
Who Was Ruth Bader Ginsburg? by Patricia Brennan Demuth is a compelling biography of the second woman to serve on the United States Supreme Court. The book traces Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s journey from her childhood in Brooklyn, New York, to her groundbreaking career as a lawyer, judge, and advocate for gender equality. It highlights her struggles against discrimination, her academic excellence a…
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 actio…
This biography charts the impactful and controversial life of Muhammad Ali (born Cassius Clay), arguably the most famous athlete of the 20th century. The narrative covers not only his legendary career as a heavyweight boxing champion—detailing key fights like The Thrilla in Manila—but also his profound influence as a cultural and political figure. The book explores his transition to the Nat…