Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry
Mildred D. Taylor · 1976 · Novel
It provided a powerful and authentic portrayal of racism and resilience in the Jim Crow South from a child's perspective, offering young readers a vital historical and social context for understanding American history and civil rights.
What it is
Set in Mississippi during the Great Depression, this novel follows the Logan family, an African American family who own their land, as they face racism, discrimination, and economic hardship. Ten-year-old Cassie Logan learns about injustice and the importance of family and standing up for what is right.
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