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Discover the powerful narrative of "Buses Are a Comin'", a transformative memoir that delves into the heart of the U.S. Civil Rights Movement. Written by Charles Person, the youngest Freedom Rider, this compelling book chronicles the courageous journey of activists who defied segregation in 1961. With 304 pages published by St. Martin's Press in 2022, this BRAND NEW edition invites readers to reflect on the struggle against racial injustice and the importance of unity among diverse communities. Join Charles and his fellow Freedom Riders, iconic figures like John Lewis and James Farmer, as they boldly set out from Washington, D.C. to challenge the systemic racism entrenched in American society. This inspiring account not only provides an eyewitness perspective to the violent confrontations faced by the Freedom Riders but also serves as a clarion call to today's youth to take a stand against inequality. "Buses Are a Comin'" empowers young readers by encouraging them to become agents of change, advocate for justice, and ensure that every voice is heard in the pursuit of a more equitable society. Free shipping is included with your order, allowing you to immerse yourself in this pivotal moment in history without delay. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Note: Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Dive into the pages of this essential read and understand how the legacy of the Freedom Riders shapes our world today.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781250836762
Year: 2022
Publisher: St Martins Press
Pages: 304
Description:
At 18, Charles Person was the youngest of the original Freedom Riders, key figures in the U.S. Civil Rights Movement who left Washington, D.C. by bus in 1961, headed for New Orleans. This purposeful mix of black and white, male and female activists—including future Congressman John Lewis, Congress of Racial Equality Director James Farmer, Reverend Benjamin Elton Cox, journalist and pacifist James Peck, and CORE field secretary Genevieve Hughes—set out to discover whether America would abide by a Supreme Court decision that ruled segregation unconstitutional in bus depots, waiting areas, restaurants, and restrooms nationwide.
The Freedom Riders found their answer. No. Southern states would continue to disregard federal law and use violence to enforce racial segregation. One bus was burned to a shell; the second, which Charles rode, was set upon by a mob that beat the Riders nearly to death.
Buses Are a Comin’ provides a front-row view of the struggle to belong in America, as Charles leads his colleagues off the bus, into the station, into the mob, and into history to help defeat segregation’s violent grip on African American lives. It is also a challenge from a teenager of a previous era to the young people of today: become agents of transformation. Stand firm. Create a more just and moral country where students have a voice, youth can make a difference, and everyone belongs.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781250836762
Year: 2022
Publisher: St Martins Press
Pages: 304
Description:
At 18, Charles Person was the youngest of the original Freedom Riders, key figures in the U.S. Civil Rights Movement who left Washington, D.C. by bus in 1961, headed for New Orleans. This purposeful mix of black and white, male and female activists—including future Congressman John Lewis, Congress of Racial Equality Director James Farmer, Reverend Benjamin Elton Cox, journalist and pacifist James Peck, and CORE field secretary Genevieve Hughes—set out to discover whether America would abide by a Supreme Court decision that ruled segregation unconstitutional in bus depots, waiting areas, restaurants, and restrooms nationwide.
The Freedom Riders found their answer. No. Southern states would continue to disregard federal law and use violence to enforce racial segregation. One bus was burned to a shell; the second, which Charles rode, was set upon by a mob that beat the Riders nearly to death.
Buses Are a Comin’ provides a front-row view of the struggle to belong in America, as Charles leads his colleagues off the bus, into the station, into the mob, and into history to help defeat segregation’s violent grip on African American lives. It is also a challenge from a teenager of a previous era to the young people of today: become agents of transformation. Stand firm. Create a more just and moral country where students have a voice, youth can make a difference, and everyone belongs.