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March: Books 2 & 3

Nonfiction | Graphic Memoir | YA | Published in 2016

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John Lewis, Andrew Aydin

March: Books 2 & 3

Nonfiction | Graphic Memoir | YA | Published in 2016
Book Details
Pages

246

Format

Graphic Memoir • Nonfiction

Setting

United States • 1960s

Publication Year

2016

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

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Super Short Summary

In March: Book Two and Book Three by John Lewis and Andrew Aydin, Congressman Lewis reflects on his life during the 1960s civil rights movement while attending Barack Obama's inauguration. The memoir chronicles Lewis’s activism, from challenging segregation in Nashville and participating in the Freedom Rides to his leadership in the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee and the Selma to Montgomery marches, culminating in significant legislative victories like the Civil Rights Act and Voting Rights Act. Confrontations with violence and discrimination are depicted throughout.

Informative

Inspirational

Challenging

Emotional

Reviews & Readership

4.8

23,168 ratings

95%

Loved it

4%

Mixed feelings

1%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The sequels in the graphic memoir trilogy by John Lewis and Andrew Aydin, March: Book Two and March: Book Three, receive high praise for their compelling storytelling and historical significance. The vivid illustrations and emotional depth elevate the narrative. Criticisms are minimal, mainly noting minor pacing issues. Overall, these works provide a powerful, educational account of the civil rights movement.

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Who Should Read March: Books 2 & 3?

Readers who appreciate March: Books 2 & 3 by John Lewis and Andrew Aydin are likely interested in civil rights history, social justice, and courageous activism. Fans of graphic memoirs like Art Spiegelman's Maus or Marjane Satrapi's Persepolis will find this powerful firsthand account of the U.S. Civil Rights Movement compelling and inspiring.

4.8

23,168 ratings

95%

Loved it

4%

Mixed feelings

1%

Not a fan

Character List

John Lewis

A prominent civil rights activist and Congressman known for his leadership in the fight against racial segregation, including his significant role in the struggle for voting rights and in notable protests such as the Selma march.

A central figure in the civil rights movement, recognized for his leadership in nonviolent protest and pivotal involvement in major events like the March on Washington, as well as his efforts to coordinate Black church participation in the movement.

A key civil rights figure known for his advocacy of Black self-reliance and his involvement with the Nation of Islam, later founding the Organization of Afro-American Unity and pursuing connections with global revolutionary movements.

Book Details
Pages

246

Format

Graphic Memoir • Nonfiction

Setting

United States • 1960s

Publication Year

2016

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

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