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Opal Lee and What It Means to Be Free: The True Story of The Grandmother of Juneteenth

Alice Faye Duncan

Told in Opal Lee’s voice, this true story connects her life with the history behind Juneteenth, the holiday marking the end of slavery in the United States. Growing up in Texas, Opal knows the holiday’s history but learns that many people across the country have not heard of it. The book centers Black joy and includes digital artwork, back matter, and sourcing that provide further context for Opal Lee and Juneteenth.

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Themes
History · Holidays And Celebrations · Social Justice
Format
Hardcover
Publisher
Nelson, Tommy
Published
January 11, 2022
ISBN-13
9781400231256
Language
English
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