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Victory. Stand!: Raising My Fist for Justice

Nonfiction | Graphic Memoir | YA | Published in 2022

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Tommie Smith, Derrick Barnes, Dawud Anyabwile

Victory. Stand!

Nonfiction | Graphic Memoir | YA | Published in 2022
Book Details
Pages

208

Format

Graphic Memoir • Nonfiction

Setting

Mexico City • 1960s

Publication Year

2022

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

10-18 years

Lexile Level

GN870L

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Super Short Summary

Victory. Stand! Raising My Fist for Justice by Tommie Smith, Derrick Barnes, and Dawud Anyabwile is a graphic memoir detailing Tommie Smith's journey from his childhood in Texas to becoming an Olympic gold medalist and activist. The narrative intertwines his personal growth with pivotal events of the Civil Rights Movement, culminating in the iconic 1968 Olympics protest where he raised his fist for justice. The book includes incidents of racial discrimination and violence.

Inspirational

Emotional

Hopeful

Challenging

Heartwarming

Reviews & Readership

4.6

2,352 ratings

92%

Loved it

6%

Mixed feelings

1%

Not a fan

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Reviews for Victory. Stand! by Tommie Smith, Derrick Barnes, and Dawud Anyabwile highlight the book's powerful narrative and impactful illustrations. Praised for its inspirational message and historical significance, the graphic novel resonates with both young and adult readers. Critiques focus on its brief length, wishing for more depth. Overall, it’s a compelling, visually engaging story.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Victory. Stand!?

Readers who enjoy Victory. Stand! by Tommie Smith, Derrick Barnes, and Dawud Anyabwile are often interested in civil rights history, sports biographies, and graphic novels. Fans of March by John Lewis and The Undefeated by Kwame Alexander will appreciate this inspiring memoir of courage and activism.

4.6

2,352 ratings

92%

Loved it

6%

Mixed feelings

1%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

208

Format

Graphic Memoir • Nonfiction

Setting

Mexico City • 1960s

Publication Year

2022

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

10-18 years

Lexile Level

GN870L

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