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The Panthers' march on the California capitol on May 2, 1967, marked a significant turning point-the moment when the Black Panthers' posture of armed self defense became a matter of national awareness. This new militancy rolled across the American landscape like an earthquake, trembling the foundation of the republic. On the surface, such an earthquake seems quite sudden. It catches people off guard. The ground begins to roll, and it is all too easy to lose footing. Solid things, things designed to be immovable, tilt suddenly, casting all confidence askew. In moments of nervousness and fear, when the ground is shaking and it feels as if the world might come crashing down, sometimes people forget that earthquakes are, in fact, not sudden. Nor do serious political movements arise in one fell swoop. Nothing happens overnight. The major turning points of history are seismic, born of eons of slightly shifting geologic plates. They do not emerge from nowhere. They are born of deep unrest. Book jacket.

From two Coretta Scott King Honor winners comes this uplifting picture book biography about Ketanji Brown Jackson, who is making history as the first Black woman to serve as a Supreme Court Justice.Ketanji Brown Jackson is no stranger to overcoming obstacles. When a high school guidance counselor told her she should set her sights lower than Harvard, she decided to go to Harvard for college and law school.When she became a public defender and saw inequalities in the justice system, she used her legal skills to advocate for people who needed help, but couldn't afford an attorney.Ketanji's path to the Supreme Court was unique: She's the only current Justice to have been a public defender and one of a few who went to public school. Her story is powerful and heartening, and it's a lesson in overcoming adversity by being true to yourself.Margaret A. Edwards Award winner, Printz Honor winner, and National Book Award finalist Kekla Magoon and Coretta Scott King honoree Laura Freeman reunite to present a generation of readers with a new inspirational figure.

The story of an all-black regiment's assault on the impregnable Fort Wagner in the Civil War, an act of extraordinary courage that changed hearts and minds in America for ever.

In the aftermath of Dr. King's assassination in 1968, Chicago fourteen-year-old Maxie longs to join the Black Panthers, whether or not her brother Raheem, ex-boyfriend Sam, or her friends like it, and is soon caught up in the violence of anti-war and civil rights demonstrations.

Told in a series of vignettes from multiple viewpoints, Kekla Magoon's Light It Up is a powerful, layered story about injustice and strength—as well as an incredible follow-up to the highly acclaimed novel How It Went Down.A girl walks home from school. She's tall for her age. She's wearing her winter coat. Her headphones are in. She's hurrying.She never makes it home.In the aftermath, while law enforcement tries to justify the response, one fact remains: a police officer has shot and killed an unarmed thirteen-year-old girl. The community is thrown into upheaval, leading to unrest, a growing movement to protest the senseless taking of black lives, and the arrival of white supremacist counter demonstrators.

Recognized with a Coretta Scott King Honor and the Boston Globe Horn Book Award for Fiction, this book offers a compelling narrative that highlights significant themes and rich character development. It explores important cultural and historical contexts, making it a poignant read that resonates with both young and adult audiences. The story's depth and emotional resonance contribute to its acclaim and relevance in contemporary literature.

Set in pre-civil rights America, the novel offers a poetic exploration of a pivotal era, captivating readers with its vivid portrayal of historical themes. The narrative delves into the complexities of race and identity, making the past resonate powerfully for contemporary audiences. With its immersive storytelling and rich character development, the book serves as both an enlightening and engaging experience, challenging perceptions and inviting reflection on the struggles and triumphs of that time.

Joining a secret group called the "Minus-One Club," whose members have all suffered the tragic loss of someone they loved, fifteen-year-old Kermit finds his crush Matt's headstrong approach to life helping to relieve his constant despair

Tariq Johnson ist schwarz und nun tot – erschossen von einem Weißen. Tariqs Gemeinde ist außer sich und nach seinem Tod hat jeder etwas zu erzählen. Aber was genau geschehen ist, hängt davon ab, wen man fragt. Tariqs Freunde und Familie versuchen ihren Verlust zu verarbeiten und zu verstehen how it went down .

Exploring themes of identity and friendship, the story follows a biracial girl navigating life in the suburbs of Las Vegas. Through her experiences, the novel delves into the complexities of race and the bonds formed amidst societal challenges. The narrative highlights the resilience of relationships, offering a poignant reflection on how connections can flourish despite differences.