Paul Robeson: A Voice for Change

by Patricia C. McKissack, Fredrick McKissack

Overview

Paul Robeson proved his prowess on the football field and excelled in college and law school in an era that offered few opportunities to African Americans. He won international acclaim as a singer and actor, but was blacklisted as a controversial political activist. Today, Robeson's legacy has reclaimed its rightful place in history. He is recognized for his astounding range of talents and his unwavering stature as a champion of civil rights.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781464402050
Publisher:	Enslow Publishing, LLC
Publication date:	01/16/2013
Series:	Famous African Americans Series
Pages:	24
Product dimensions:	9.00(w) x 7.50(h) x 0.20(d)
Lexile:	600L (what's this?)
Age Range:	5 - 8 Years

Editorial Reviews

There is always a need for quality biographies and the strength of these particular titles is their breadth of coverage. Not only do the McKissacks profile well-known subjects such as Martin Luther King, Jr. and George Washington Carver, but they also address figures who might not be as famous (such as Madam C.J. Walker and Carter G. Woodson). The texts, which were originally published in the early 1990s, are clearly written and presented in a clean design. Captions for the full-color photos and illustrations provide additional information and the further reading and websites have been updated. Some of the text-heavy pages might present a problem for lower-level readers, but overall, the language is simple and straightforward. Challenging vocabulary is set in a bold font and defined in the glossaries. These introductions will be useful for reports and for independent reading., School Library Journal April 2013

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