The Story of Civil Rights Hero John Lewis (Story of)

Overview

This new entry in the innovative Story line of chapter-book biographies focuses on John Lewis, a leader in the civil rights movement of the 1960s and a revered Congressman today.

The son of an Alabama sharecropper, John Lewis experienced the injustice of segregation early in life. Inspired by the words of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Lewis joined with civil rights leaders who believed in fighting segregation peacefully, In the face of physical attacks, he persevered with dignity and a devotion to nonviolence, standing in the forefront of major civil rights protests and helping southern black people gain the right to vote. In 1986 Lewis was elected to represent Georgia in the United States Congress, where he continues to serve today. Lewis's passionate belief in justice is a beacon for all who wish to make our country a better place.

The Story of Civil Rights Hero John Lewis celebrates the life of a living legend of American history. This chapter book includes black-and-white illustrations as well as sidebars on related subjects, a timeline, a glossary, and recommended reading.

The book, The Story of Civil Rights Hero John Lewis (Story of) [Bulk, Wholesale, Quantity] ISBN# 9781620148549 in Paperback by Kathleen Benson;Jim Haskins;Aaron Boyd may be ordered in bulk quantities. Minimum starts at 25 copies. Availability based on publisher status and quantity being ordered.