These classic novels, set during the Civil Rights era, follow the early years of David Williams, a young man who in the face of violence and bigotry struggles to keep alive his dream of becoming a doctor. A foreword by Rudine Sims Bishop and an afterword by the author's daughter, Ruth Graham Siegrist, Ph.D., place these remarkable novels in the context of their time (South Town was originally published in 1958.) Through the character of David Williams, young readers witness a turbulent era in American history, a period ...
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These classic novels, set during the Civil Rights era, follow the early years of David Williams, a young man who in the face of violence and bigotry struggles to keep alive his dream of becoming a doctor. A foreword by Rudine Sims Bishop and an afterword by the author's daughter, Ruth Graham Siegrist, Ph.D., place these remarkable novels in the context of their time (South Town was originally published in 1958.) Through the character of David Williams, young readers witness a turbulent era in American history, a period marked by unspeakable injustice and life-affirming hope.
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This item is in overall good condition. Covers and dust jackets are intact but may have minor wear including slight curls or bends to corners as well as cosmetic blemishes including stickers. Pages are intact but may have minor highlighting/ writing. Binding is intact; however, spine may have slight wear overall. Digital codes may not be included and have not been tested to be redeemable and/or active. Minor shelf wear overall. Please note that all items are donated goods and are in used condition. Orders shipped Monday through Friday! Your purchase helps put people to work and learn life skills to reach their full potential. Orders shipped Monday through Friday. Your purchase helps put people to work and learn life skills to reach their full potential. Thank you!
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Good in Very Good jacket. Book Octavo, hardcover, VG Ex lib. with blacked-out stamps. Pocket remains on back inside cover, VG blue-gray pictorial dj in mylar, About a young black boy who faced violence and bigotry, whose family moved from the South to the North. 220 pp. Black family moves north, but David found a new set of problems there where he has a prob lem with the law and a family problem.
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1965 Crowell Press 1st edition stated 1st printing exlibray hardcover with jacket, unmarked text and tight binding, some exlibrary stamps, a good 1st printing. We take great pride in accurately describing the condition of our books and media, ship within 48 hours, and offer a 100% money back guarantee. Customers purchasing more than one item from us may be entitled to a shipping discount.
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Near Fine in Very Good jacket. Sixth printing. Octavo. 220pp. About near fine with 1" abrasion to the top of the boards and text block in near fine very good or better dust jacket with corresponding abrasion to the front flap and panel, a couple short tears and hint of spine toning. The second of four novels that traces protagonist David Williams as he and his family search for better treatment and opportunities in 1960s America.