A Long Hard Journey
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Chapter Book · Ages 12–+ · 1989 · Est. 2.5 hour read

A Long Hard Journey

By Pat McKissack, Fredrick McKissack

Pullman porters challenge a corporate giant in a historic labor battle.

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160 pages· 23,412 words· Est. 2.5 hour read
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In a gripping tale of resilience, the first black-controlled union of Pullman porters rises against oppressive labor practices. As they confront a powerful corporate adversary, their struggle becomes a modern-day David and Goliath story. Will their courage and unity be enough to topple the giant and change the course of history? Discover the power of collective action in this inspiring chronicle of justice and determination.

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A chronicle of the first black-controlled union, made up of Pullman porters, who after years of unfair labor practices staged a battle against a corporate giant resulting in a David and Goliath ending.

Awards

Coretta Scott King Award (1990)
At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
160
Words
23,412
Reading age
12–99+
Audience
Juvenile Reader
Lexile
1050L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
7.9
F&P level
~Y
AR points
4
AR interest level
MG
AR quiz
59483
Publication
Published
January 1, 1995
First published
January 1, 1989
Publisher
Walker Co
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780802774378

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