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Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry

Jerry Pinkney, Mildred D. Taylor

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Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry
Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry

Resilience in Depression-era Mississippi racism.

If you're looking to be moved and inspired, "Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry" will be a valuable read. You'll not only get a poignant glimpse into the struggles faced by a black family during a trying era of American history, but you'll also witness a potent portrayal of pride and integrity. The story's emotional depth and the development of Cassie's character could give you a deep appreciation for the strength found in family and self-respect.

  • Newbery Medal (1977)
  • Buxtehuder Bulle (1984)
  • George C. Stone Center for Children's Books Recognition of Merit Award (1991)
  • Jane Addams Children's Book Award Nominee (1977)
  • Los Angeles Times Book Prize for Young Adult Fiction (2001)
  • Vermont Golden Dome Book Award Nominee (1978)
  • Coretta Scott King Book Award for Author Honor (1977)
  • Pacific Northwest Library Association Young Reader's Choice Award (1979)
  • Boston Globe-Horn Book Award Nominee for Fiction (1977)
  • California Young Readers Medal Nominee for Middle School/Junior High (1980)
  • National Book Award Finalist for Children's Literature (1977)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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ISBN: 9780142401125
Authors: Jerry Pinkney, Mildred D. Taylor
Publisher: Puffin Books
Date of Publication: 2004-04-12
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Childrens Classics, Chapter Books, Young Readers
Related Topics: Historical Fiction, Realistic Fiction, Adventure
Goodreads rating: 3.88
(rated by 123758 readers)

Description

Set in Mississippi at the height of the Depression, this is the story of one family's struggle to maintain their integrity, pride, and independence in the face of racism and social injustice. And it is also Cassie's story—Cassie Logan, an independent girl who discovers over the course of an important year why having land of their own is so crucial to the Logan family, even as she learns to draw strength from her own sense of dignity and self-respect.
 

Resilience in Depression-era Mississippi racism.

If you're looking to be moved and inspired, "Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry" will be a valuable read. You'll not only get a poignant glimpse into the struggles faced by a black family during a trying era of American history, but you'll also witness a potent portrayal of pride and integrity. The story's emotional depth and the development of Cassie's character could give you a deep appreciation for the strength found in family and self-respect.

  • Newbery Medal (1977)
  • Buxtehuder Bulle (1984)
  • George C. Stone Center for Children's Books Recognition of Merit Award (1991)
  • Jane Addams Children's Book Award Nominee (1977)
  • Los Angeles Times Book Prize for Young Adult Fiction (2001)
  • Vermont Golden Dome Book Award Nominee (1978)
  • Coretta Scott King Book Award for Author Honor (1977)
  • Pacific Northwest Library Association Young Reader's Choice Award (1979)
  • Boston Globe-Horn Book Award Nominee for Fiction (1977)
  • California Young Readers Medal Nominee for Middle School/Junior High (1980)
  • National Book Award Finalist for Children's Literature (1977)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

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