James Meredith's 1966 march in Mississippi began as one man's peaceful
protest for voter registration and became one of the South's most
important demonstrations of the civil rights movement. It brought
together leaders like Martin Luther King Jr. and Stokely Carmichael, who
formed an unlikely alliance that resulted in the Black Power movement,
which ushered in a new era in the fight for equality.
The retelling of Meredith's story opens on the day of his assassination
attempt and goes back in time to recount the moments leading up to that
event and its aftermath. Readers learn about the powerful figures and
emerging leaders who joined the over 200-mile walk that became known as
the "March Against Fear."
Thoughtfully presented by award-winning author Ann Bausum, this book
helps readers understand the complex issues of fear, injustice, and the
challenges of change. It is a history lesson that's as important and
relevant today as it was 50 years ago.