“I learned a history not then written in books but one passed from generation to generation on the steps of moonlit porches and beside dying fires in one-room houses, a history of great-grandparents and of slavery and of the days following slavery; of those who lived still not free, yet who would not let their spirits be enslaved.”
Quote by Mildred D. Taylor
Work
Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry (Puffin Modern Classics)
This novel offers a poignant narrative from the viewpoint of a young African-American girl living in the rural South during the 1930s. The story delves into the struggles and triumphs of a family amidst the backdrop of the Civil Rights Movement. more
Author
Mildred D. Taylor
Mildred D. Taylor is an American writer known for her profound insights into American black history. Her works primarily focus on the period of the American Civil War and Reconstruction, depicting the lives and struggles of African Americans during this time. Born on September 13, 1943, Taylor's works, including 'Let the Circle Be Unbroken,' have been praised for their authenticity and emotional depth. more
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