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The Beatitudes: From Slavery to Civil Rights

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.

  • Format
  • unknown binding
  • Pages
  • 36
  • Language
  • english
  • ISBN
  • 9780802853523
  • Genres
  • history, childrens, poetry, religion, faith, cultural
  • Release date
  • 2009