Coming Of Age In Mississippi by Anne Moody
The Classic Autobiography of Growing Up Poor and Black in the Rural South
The book is a powerful autobiographical account of a young African American woman's life growing up in rural Mississippi during the 1940s and 1950s. It vividly portrays the struggles with poverty, racism, and sexism in a deeply segregated society, as well as her burgeoning activism. The narrative follows her journey from childhood, through her college years, and into her involvement with the Civil Rights Movement, offering a personal perspective on the fight for racial equality in the United States. Her story is one of courage and determination, reflecting the broader experiences of many black Americans during a pivotal era in American history.
The 2922nd greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1968
- Nationality
- American
- Type
- Nonfiction
- Pages
- 300-400
- Words
- 134,400
- Original Language
- English
- Alternate Titles
- None
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This book is on the following 2 lists:
- The ZORA Canon: The 100 greatest books ever written by African American women (Zora)
- 500 Great Books by Women (Book)