Living Through the Civil Rights Movement

This book captures the tenor of life during the anxious era of the civil rights movement, with a special emphasis on its impact on everyday society. The speeches of political leaders convey the rhetoric of the times. Newspaper and magazine articles chronicle the events and analyze their societal impact. Personal narratives give voice to the frustrations, fears, and aspirations of ordinary people dealing with the fight for equality. A variety of works will inspire your readers, from such notables as Dwight D. Eisenhower, John F. Kennedy, George C. Wallace, Malcolm X, Daisy Bates, Fannie Lou Hamer, and Diane Nash.