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Mary Jane

Pages
214
Published
1959
Language
English

Synopsis

Mary Jane, a young Black girl, faces the challenges of desegregation as she becomes one of the first Black students to attend a previously all-white high school. Set during the tumultuous Civil Rights era in the United States, her journey highlights the struggles and courage required to break down racial barriers. This story explores themes of prejudice, resilience, and the fight for equality.

About the author

D
Dorothy Sterling

Dorothy Sterling wrote Freedom Train, a powerful book about the Underground Railroad. Her work often explores themes of freedom and courage.

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