Mahalia Jackson: Gospel Singer and Civil Rights Champion
School year: Year 5, Year 6, Year 7, Year 8
No. of pages 120
Published: 2003
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"Mahalia Jackson: Gospel Singer and Civil Rights Champion" by Montrew Dunham explores the life of the legendary gospel singer Mahalia Jackson, who used her powerful voice and influence to uplift and inspire others during the civil rights movement. The book details her early life, rise to fame, and her unwavering commitment to social justice, highlighting her deep faith and how her music resonated with the struggles of African Americans. Jackson’s partnership with civil rights leaders, including Martin Luther King Jr., showcases her role not just as an entertainer, but as a pivotal figure in the fight for equality and human dignity. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is the winner of numerous awards
This book is aimed at children at US 4th grade-7th grade.
This book has been graded for interest at 9-12 years.
There are 120 pages in this book. This book was published in 2003 by Patria Press .
This book has been nominated for the following award:
Independent Publisher Book Award - Fiction
This book was recognised in the Fiction category by the Independent Publisher Book Award.