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The Long Shadow of Little Rock: A Memoir

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Book Synopsis: At an event honoring Daisy Bates as 1990’s Distinguished Citizen, then-governor Bill Clinton called her "the most distinguished Arkansas citizen of all time." Her classic account of the 1957 Little Rock School Crisis, The Long Shadow of Little Rock, couldn't be found on most bookstore shelves in 1962 and was banned throughout the South. In 1988, after the University of Arkansas Press reprinted it, it won an American Book Award. On September 3, 1957, Gov. Orval Faubus called out the National Guard to surround all-white Central High School and prevent the entry of nine black students, challenging the Supreme Court's 1954 order to integrate all public schools. On September 25, Daisy Bates, an official of the NAACP in Arkansas, led the nine children into the school with the help of federal troops sent by President Eisenhower–the first time in eighty-one years that a president had dispatched troops to the South to protect the constitutional rights of black Americans. This new edition of Bates's own story about these historic events is being issued to coincide with the fiftieth anniversary of the Little Rock School crisis in 2007.

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Step back in time and experience the powerful and poignant memoir of Daisy Bates in The Long Shadow of Little Rock. Dive into the heart of the 1957 Little Rock School Crisis, a pivotal moment in American history that shook the nation. Through Bates's eyes, you will witness courage, perseverance, and triumph in the face of adversity.

Discover a piece of history that was once hidden and banned, now brought back to life for readers to uncover and cherish. Dive into the pages of this timeless memoir and feel the weight of its significance. The Long Shadow of Little Rock is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the power of resilience and the fight for equality.

Join us in celebrating the legacy of Daisy Bates and her unwavering commitment to justice and equality. The impact of her actions reverberates through the decades, inspiring generations to stand up for what is right. The Long Shadow of Little Rock is a testament to the strength of the human spirit and the enduring quest for freedom.

Don't miss your chance to own a piece of history and delve into the remarkable story of Daisy Bates. Order your copy of The Long Shadow of Little Rock today and experience a journey that will leave a lasting impression on your heart and mind.

Order now and be inspired by Daisy Bates's incredible memoir!

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