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Beatitudes : From Slavery to Civil Rights

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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.

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£13.99
Product Details
0802853528 / 9780802853523
Hardback
13/11/2009
United States
32 pages, col. Illustrations
222 x 286 mm, 431 grams
Children / Juvenile Learn More