“I came home every Friday afternoon, riding the six miles on the back of a big mule. I spent Saturday and Sunday washing and ironing and cooking for the children and went back to my country school on Sunday afternoon.”
Quote by Ida B. Wells
Work
Crusade for Justice: The Autobiography of Ida B. Wells
This autobiography delves into the personal and professional journey of Ida B. Wells, a prominent African American journalist, teacher, and activist. It chronicles her experiences and contributions to the civil rights movement, including her efforts to expose the horrors of the lynching epidemic in the United States. The book also discusses her involvement in the women's suffrage movement and her advocacy for social justice. more
Author
Ida B. Wells
Ida B. Wells was an American journalist, teacher, and activist who played a crucial role in the civil rights movement. She is best known for her investigative reporting on the lynching of African Americans and her advocacy for women's rights. more
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