Since the earliest days of slavery, African Americans have called on their religious faith in the struggle against oppression.
In this book the Beatitudes -- From Jesus\' famous Sermon on the Mount -- form the backdrop for Carole Boston Weatherford\'s powerful free-verse poem that traces the African American journey From Slavery to Civil rights.
Tim Ladwig\'s stirring illustrations showcase a panorama of heroes in this struggle, From the slaves shackled in the hold of a ship to the first African.
Since the earliest days of slavery, African Americans have called on their religious faith in the struggle against oppression