A Shining Thread of Hope
A Shining Thread of Hope
Nonfiction | Biography | Adult | Published in 1998
Book Brief
A Shining Thread of Hope
Nonfiction | Biography | Adult | Published in 1998368
Biography • Nonfiction
United States • Various Eras
1998
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
A Shining Thread of Hope by Darlene Clark Hine and Kathleen Thompson offers a comprehensive survey of African American women's history, detailing their struggles, achievements, and perseverance against racism, sexism, and classism through biographic snapshots of significant figures. The work highlights women like Ida Wells-Barnett, Harriet E. Wilson, Anna Murray Douglass, and Maggie Walker, emphasizing their contributions and resilience. Sensitive topics include sexual, emotional, and physical abuse, and economic disadvantage.
Inspirational
Informative
Hopeful
Emotional
Reviews & Readership
199 ratings
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Review Roundup
Hine and Thompson's A Shining Thread of Hope is lauded for its thorough, empowering depiction of African American women's history. Readers appreciate the engaging narrative and extensive research. However, some criticize its occasionally dense prose and uneven chronological pacing. Overall, it's a valuable, insightful contribution to understanding black women's resilience.
Who Should Read A Shining Thread of Hope?
Readers who appreciate A Shining Thread of Hope by Darlene Clark Hine and Kathleen Thompson would enjoy works like Hidden Figures by Margot Lee Shetterly. This book caters to those interested in African American history, women's studies, and civil rights, offering a compelling narrative of resilience and triumph.
199 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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368
Biography • Nonfiction
United States • Various Eras
1998
Adult
18+ years
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