Overground railroad : the Green Book and the roots of Black travel in America

The Resource Overground railroad : the Green Book and the roots of Black travel in America
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Overground railroad : the Green Book and the roots of Black travel in America
Title remainder
the Green Book and the roots of Black travel in America
Statement of responsibility
Candacy Taylor
Title variation
  • Green Book and the roots of Black travel in America
  • The young adult adaptation
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Language
eng
Summary
"A young reader's edition of Candacy Taylor's acclaimed book about the history of the Green Book, the guide for Black travelers Overground Railroad chronicles the history of the Green Book, which was published from 1936 to 1966 and was the "Black travel guide to America." For years, it was dangerous for African Americans to travel in the United States. Because of segregation, Black travelers couldn't eat, sleep, or even get gas at most white-owned businesses. The Green Book listed hotels, restaurants, department stores, gas stations, recreational destinations, and other businesses that were safe for Black travelers. It was a resourceful and innovative solution to a horrific problem. It took courage to be listed in the Green Book, and the stories from those who took a stand against racial segregation are recorded and celebrated. This young reader's edition of Candacy Taylor's critically acclaimed adult book Overground Railroad includes her own photographs of Green Book sites, as well as archival photographs and interviews with people who owned and used these facilities. The book also includes an author's note, endnotes, bibliography, timeline, and index"--
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DLC
Dewey number
305.800973
Illustrations
  • illustrations
  • maps
Index
index present
Intended audience
Ages 12 and Up
Intended audience source
Amulet Books
LC call number
E185.61
LC item number
.T225 2022
Literary form
non fiction
Nature of contents
bibliography
Target audience
juvenile

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