Day of Tears (Coretta Scott King Author Honor Title)
Description
In the summer of 1963, a young boy’s world is shaken by the brutal realities of segregation and the violence that follows the fight for civil rights. As he witnesses the events surrounding the 16th Street Baptist Church bombing in Birmingham, he must confront fear, grief, and the urgent need for justice. Blending historical storytelling with a child’s perspective, this powerful narrative explores courage, community, and the moral cost of hatred. Written in Julius Lester’s accessible, lyrical style, the book honors the lives lost and illuminates how ordinary people can become agents of change.
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First Published
2005
Language
eng
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