Without Separation: Prejudice, Segregations, and the Case of Roberto Alvarez
Published: 2022
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"Without Separation: Prejudice, Segregations, and the Case of Roberto Alvarez" by Christopher Salazar explores the landmark case of Roberto Alvarez, a young Mexican-American boy in 1940s California who fought against discrimination in public education. The narrative delves into the deeply entrenched prejudices and segregation practices of the time, highlighting the legal battle that challenged the systemic inequalities faced by Latino students. Through a compelling blend of historical context and personal stories, the book illuminates the broader implications of Alvarez's case on the Civil Rights Movement and advocates for equality and justice in education for all. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is aimed at Young Adult readers. The term Young Adult (YA) is used for books which have the following characteristics: (1) aimed at ages 12-18 years, US grades 7-12, UK school years 8-15, (2) around 50-75k words long, (3) main character is aged 12-18 years, (4) topics include self-reflection, internal conflict vs external, analyzing life and its meaning, (5) point of view is often in the first person, and (6) swearing, violence, romance and sexuality are allowed. This book was published in 2022 by Recorded Books, Inc. .
Larry Dane Brimner is the award-winning author of more than 150 titles for young readers. He lives in Tucson, Arizona.