The Voice that Challenged a Nation: Marian Anderson and the Struggle for Equal Rights
by Russell Freedman (Clarion Books/Houghton Mifflin)
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The Voice that Challenged a Nation meticulously explores resonant themes with the masterful structure of a musical composition. Eloquent, economic prose sheds a personal light on one woman's sometimes reluctant role as a symbol in the struggle against racism and her calling to share an illustrious gift.
Awards Won
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John Newbery Medal
91´«Ã½The Newbery Medal is awarded annually by the Association for Library Service to Children, a division of the 91´«Ã½, to the author of the most distinguished contribution to American literature for children.
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2005 - Honor(s) |
