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A biography about civil rights leader and longtime U.S. Congressman John Lewis written using interviews with Lewis and his family and research into the civil rights movement.

Introduces readers to twenty-five people--including Nelson Mandela, Maya Angelou, Stephen Hawking, Mahatma Gandhi, and Sophie Scholl--who spoke out against injustice and overcame obstacles.

Contains entries that provide biographical information about twenty-one men and women who were influential in bringing about social change in countries throughout the world; and features profiles of four organizations also engaged in the struggle. Arranged alphabetically from A-to-F.

An illustrated biography of nineteenth-century abolitionist Sojourner Truth, who was born into slavery and fought for the rights of African-Americans and women.

After being forced to leave the Massachusetts Bay Colony, Roger Williams travels south and, with the help of the Narragansett Indians, founds Providence, Rhode Island.

"An invitation to young readers to roll up their sleeves, get inspired, and take action to build a sustainable, just, and loving world, this book is an illustrated A-Z of everyday actions that make a peaceful, fun, and vibrant world"-- Provided by publisher.

Sojourner Truth dedicated her life to achieving equal rights for African-Americans and women. Her courage, drive, and speaking talent inspired many people.

"Have you ever wondered what you could do to change the world? Find out how kids are helping the environment, inventing . . . medical devices, aiding the homeless, designing apps so other kids won't ever have to eat alone in the cafeteria, and more! Learn all about what they've come up with and how their ideas are changing lives in this story of four . . . kids everyone should meet!"--Provided by publisher.

Presents a collection of quotes from individuals who fought for civil rights ranging from Frederick Douglas and Maya Angelou to Helen Keller and Barack Obama. Each quote is illustrated by a different artist and includes a personal reflection from them regarding the quote.

Provides an overview of the history of African-American women engaged in social activism; features alphabetically-arranged profiles of individuals and organizations that have contributed to the areas of civil rights, feminism, labor and community organization, and social welfare; and includes photographs, and a chronology of events.