We Shall Overcome

By Bryan Collier (Illustrator)

A timeless anthem's journey from past protests to today's struggles for justice.

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40 pages· 202 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud

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Bookroo's summary

Follow a young girl as she navigates historic Civil Rights landmarks and modern protests, guided by the powerful anthem 'We Shall Overcome.' Bryan Collier's illustrations bridge past and present, capturing the ongoing fight for justice. How does this iconic song continue to inspire and unite across generations?

From the publisher

A celebration of the gospel anthem and Civil Rights protest song “We Shall Overcome,” masterfully brought to life by Caldecott Honor recipient and a nine-time Coretta Scott King Award winner Bryan Collier.”We Shall Overcome” is one of the most recognizable anthems of the Civil Rights movement, widely performed at protests and rallies to promote nonviolent civil rights activism. Now, these inspirational, empowering, legendary lyrics are brought to life with the stirring, evocative, and breathtaking illustrations from multi-award-winning talent Bryan Collier. Powerfully imagined for the present moment, Collier’s illustrations meld the most emblematic moments of the twentieth-century Civil Rights movement with the present day, depicting the movements, protests, and demonstrations – big and small – as the fight for justice continues. With illustrations full of depth, tenderness, and expression, and offering historical context while remaining powerfully relevant to the present-day, this impactful picture book is a must-have for every home, classroom, and bookshelf.

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