9781637157770 - the first freedom: the story of opal lee and juneteenth de roche, angelique (32 resultados)
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First Freedom : The Story of Opal Lee and Juneteenth
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First Freedom : The Story of Opal Lee and Juneteenth
Roché, Angélique; Epps, Alvin (ILT); Monroe, Millicent (ILT); Glendining, Bex (ILT)
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Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. The incredible journey of activist Opal Leeknown as the Grandmother of Juneteenthis brought to life in this biographical graphic novel that not only explores Opals remarkable path, but the history of the holiday of Juneteenth itself. From the 1860s to Ms. Opals childhood home, from her years… as a teacher to the White House, First Freedom: The Story of Opal Lee and Juneteenth seeks to give readers an insight into the history behind one of the central figures in the creation of Americas newest federal holiday, Juneteenth. Born in 1926, Opal Lee grew up in a racially divided America and dedicated her life to overcoming the obstacles presented therein. A lifelong educator, Ms. Opal has been a community activist all her life, and would take on the movement to celebrate and commemorate Juneteenth not just as a holiday, but as a symbol of comprehensive freedom for all people. Ms. Opals life personifies the fight for everyday freedom that leads to lasting change. As the Grandmother of Juneteenth says, There is so much more to do. Written by acclaimed journalist, producer, and author Angelique Roche (My Super Hero is Black) and drawn by a trio of talented artistsincluding Alvin Epps (I Survived Hurricane Katrina, 2005: A Graphic Novel), Bex Glendining (the upcoming Indigo Port), and rising star Millicent MonroeFirst Freedom: The Story of Opal Lee and Juneteenth promises to illuminate the life of a singular woman and the history of a momentous holiday, with additional back matter providing more insights into Juneteenths history and the making of this graphic novel tribute. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Epps, Alvin; Monroe, Millicent; Glendining, Bex (ilustrador).
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Paperback. Condición: New. The incredible journey of activist Opal Lee-known as the Grandmother of Juneteenth-is brought to life in this biographical graphic novel that not only explores Opal's remarkable path, but the history of the holiday of Juneteenth itself.From the 1860s to Ms. Opal's childhood home, from her years as a te…acher to the White House, The First Freedom: The Story of Opal Lee and Juneteenth seeks to give readers an insight into the history behind one of the central figures in the creation of America's newest federal holiday, Juneteenth.Born in 1926, Opal Lee grew up in a racially divided America and dedicated her life to overcoming the obstacles presented therein. A lifelong educator, Ms. Opal has been a community activist all her life, and would take on the movement to celebrate and commemorate Juneteenth not just as a holiday, but as a symbol of comprehensive freedom for all people.Ms. Opal's life personifies the fight for everyday freedom that leads to lasting change. As the Grandmother of Juneteenth says, "There is so much more to do."Written by acclaimed journalist, producer, and author Angélique Roché (My Super Hero is Black) and drawn by a trio of talented artists-including Alvin Epps (I Survived Hurricane Katrina, 2005: A Graphic Novel), Bex Glendining (the upcoming Indigo Port), and rising star Millicent Monroe-The First Freedom: The Story of Opal Lee and Juneteenth promises to illuminate the life of a singular woman and the history of a momentous holiday, with additional back matter providing more insights into Juneteenth's history and the making of this graphic novel tribute. Epps, Alvin; Monroe, Millicent; Glendining, Bex (ilustrador).
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Paperback. Condición: New. The incredible journey of activist Opal Lee-known as the Grandmother of Juneteenth-is brought to life in this biographical graphic novel that not only explores Opal's remarkable path, but the history of the holiday of Juneteenth itself.From the 1860s to Ms. Opal's childhood home, from her years as a te…acher to the White House, The First Freedom: The Story of Opal Lee and Juneteenth seeks to give readers an insight into the history behind one of the central figures in the creation of America's newest federal holiday, Juneteenth.Born in 1926, Opal Lee grew up in a racially divided America and dedicated her life to overcoming the obstacles presented therein. A lifelong educator, Ms. Opal has been a community activist all her life, and would take on the movement to celebrate and commemorate Juneteenth not just as a holiday, but as a symbol of comprehensive freedom for all people.Ms. Opal's life personifies the fight for everyday freedom that leads to lasting change. As the Grandmother of Juneteenth says, "There is so much more to do."Written by acclaimed journalist, producer, and author Angélique Roché (My Super Hero is Black) and drawn by a trio of talented artists-including Alvin Epps (I Survived Hurricane Katrina, 2005: A Graphic Novel), Bex Glendining (the upcoming Indigo Port), and rising star Millicent Monroe-The First Freedom: The Story of Opal Lee and Juneteenth promises to illuminate the life of a singular woman and the history of a momentous holiday, with additional back matter providing more insights into Juneteenth's history and the making of this graphic novel tribute. Epps, Alvin; Monroe, Millicent; Glendining, Bex (ilustrador).
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Trade Paperback. Condición: New. New! // ' The incredible journey of activist Opal Lee--known as the Grandmother of Juneteenth--is brought to life in this biographical graphic novel that not only explores Opal's remarkable path, but the history of the holiday of Juneteenth itself. From the 1860s to Ms. Opal's childhood home, fro…m her years as a teacher to the White House, First Freedom: The Story of Opal Lee and Juneteenth seeks to give readers an insight into the history behind one of the central figures in the creation of America's newest federal holiday, Juneteenth. Born in 1926, Opal Lee grew up in a racially divided America and dedicated her life to overcoming the obstacles presented therein. A lifelong educator, Ms. Opal has been a community activist all her life, and would take on the movement to celebrate and commemorate Juneteenth not just as a holiday, but as a symbol of comprehensive freedom for all people. Ms. Opal's life personifies the fight for everyday freedom that leads to lasting change. As the Grandmother of Juneteenth says, 'There is so much more to do.' Written by acclaimed journalist, producer, and author Angélique Roché ( My Super Hero is Black) and drawn by a trio of talented artists--including Alvin Epps ( I Survived Hurricane Katrina, 2005: A Graphic Novel), Bex Glendining (the upcoming Indigo Port), and rising star Millicent Monroe-- First Freedom: The Story of Opal Lee and Juneteenth promises to illuminate the life of a singular woman and the history of a momentous holiday, with additional back matter providing more insights into Juneteenth's history and the making of this graphic novel tribute.' -- publisher. Epps, Alvin; Monroe, Millicent; Glendining, Bex (ilustrador).
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First Freedom : The Story of Opal Lee and Juneteenth
Roché, Angélique; Epps, Alvin (ILT); Monroe, Millicent (ILT); Glendining, Bex (ILT)
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First Freedom : The Story of Opal Lee and Juneteenth
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Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. The incredible journey of activist Opal Leeknown as the Grandmother of Juneteenthis brought to life in this biographical graphic novel that not only explores Opals remarkable path, but the history of the holiday of Juneteenth itself. From the 1860s to Ms. Opals childhood home, from her years… as a teacher to the White House, First Freedom: The Story of Opal Lee and Juneteenth seeks to give readers an insight into the history behind one of the central figures in the creation of Americas newest federal holiday, Juneteenth. Born in 1926, Opal Lee grew up in a racially divided America and dedicated her life to overcoming the obstacles presented therein. A lifelong educator, Ms. Opal has been a community activist all her life, and would take on the movement to celebrate and commemorate Juneteenth not just as a holiday, but as a symbol of comprehensive freedom for all people. Ms. Opals life personifies the fight for everyday freedom that leads to lasting change. As the Grandmother of Juneteenth says, There is so much more to do. Written by acclaimed journalist, producer, and author Angelique Roche (My Super Hero is Black) and drawn by a trio of talented artistsincluding Alvin Epps (I Survived Hurricane Katrina, 2005: A Graphic Novel), Bex Glendining (the upcoming Indigo Port), and rising star Millicent MonroeFirst Freedom: The Story of Opal Lee and Juneteenth promises to illuminate the life of a singular woman and the history of a momentous holiday, with additional back matter providing more insights into Juneteenths history and the making of this graphic novel tribute. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability. Epps, Alvin; Monroe, Millicent; Glendining, Bex (ilustrador).
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Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. The incredible journey of activist Opal Leeknown as the Grandmother of Juneteenthis brought to life in this biographical graphic novel that not only explores Opals remarkable path, but the history of the holiday of Juneteenth itself. From the 1860s to Ms. Opals childhood home, from her years… as a teacher to the White House, First Freedom: The Story of Opal Lee and Juneteenth seeks to give readers an insight into the history behind one of the central figures in the creation of Americas newest federal holiday, Juneteenth. Born in 1926, Opal Lee grew up in a racially divided America and dedicated her life to overcoming the obstacles presented therein. A lifelong educator, Ms. Opal has been a community activist all her life, and would take on the movement to celebrate and commemorate Juneteenth not just as a holiday, but as a symbol of comprehensive freedom for all people. Ms. Opals life personifies the fight for everyday freedom that leads to lasting change. As the Grandmother of Juneteenth says, There is so much more to do. Written by acclaimed journalist, producer, and author Angelique Roche (My Super Hero is Black) and drawn by a trio of talented artistsincluding Alvin Epps (I Survived Hurricane Katrina, 2005: A Graphic Novel), Bex Glendining (the upcoming Indigo Port), and rising star Millicent MonroeFirst Freedom: The Story of Opal Lee and Juneteenth promises to illuminate the life of a singular woman and the history of a momentous holiday, with additional back matter providing more insights into Juneteenths history and the making of this graphic novel tribute. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. Epps, Alvin; Monroe, Millicent; Glendining, Bex (ilustrador).
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Paperback. Condición: New. The incredible journey of activist Opal Lee-known as the Grandmother of Juneteenth-is brought to life in this biographical graphic novel that not only explores Opal's remarkable path, but the history of the holiday of Juneteenth itself.From the 1860s to Ms. Opal's childhood home, from her years as a te…acher to the White House, The First Freedom: The Story of Opal Lee and Juneteenth seeks to give readers an insight into the history behind one of the central figures in the creation of America's newest federal holiday, Juneteenth.Born in 1926, Opal Lee grew up in a racially divided America and dedicated her life to overcoming the obstacles presented therein. A lifelong educator, Ms. Opal has been a community activist all her life, and would take on the movement to celebrate and commemorate Juneteenth not just as a holiday, but as a symbol of comprehensive freedom for all people.Ms. Opal's life personifies the fight for everyday freedom that leads to lasting change. As the Grandmother of Juneteenth says, "There is so much more to do."Written by acclaimed journalist, producer, and author Angélique Roché (My Super Hero is Black) and drawn by a trio of talented artists-including Alvin Epps (I Survived Hurricane Katrina, 2005: A Graphic Novel), Bex Glendining (the upcoming Indigo Port), and rising star Millicent Monroe-The First Freedom: The Story of Opal Lee and Juneteenth promises to illuminate the life of a singular woman and the history of a momentous holiday, with additional back matter providing more insights into Juneteenth's history and the making of this graphic novel tribute. Epps, Alvin; Monroe, Millicent; Glendining, Bex (ilustrador).
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Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - The incredible journey of activist Opal Leeknown as the Grandmother of Juneteenthis brought to life in this biographical graphic novel that not only explores Opal's remarkable path, but the history of the holiday of Juneteenth itself. From the 1860s to Ms. Opal's childhood home, from her ye…ars as a teacher to the White House, First Freedom: The Story of Opal Lee and Juneteenth seeks to give readers an insight into the history behind one of the central figures in the creation of America's newest federal holiday, Juneteenth. Born in 1926, Opal Lee grew up in a racially divided America and dedicated her life to overcoming the obstacles presented therein. A lifelong educator, Ms. Opal has been a community activist all her life, and would take on the movement to celebrate and commemorate Juneteenth not just as a holiday, but as a symbol of comprehensive freedom for all people. Ms. Opal's life personifies the fight for everyday freedom that leads to lasting change. As the Grandmother of Juneteenth says, "There is so much more to do." Written by acclaimed journalist, producer, and author Angélique Roché (My Super Hero is Black) and drawn by a trio of talented artistsincluding Alvin Epps (I Survived Hurricane Katrina, 2005: A Graphic Novel), Bex Glendining (the upcoming Indigo Port), and rising star Millicent MonroeFirst Freedom: The Story of Opal Lee and Juneteenth promises to illuminate the life of a singular woman and the history of a momentous holiday, with additional back matter providing more insights into Juneteenth's history and the making of this graphic novel tribute. Epps, Alvin; Monroe, Millicent; Glendining, Bex (ilustrador).
