A Picture Book of Thurgood Marshall (Picture Book Biography)

A Picture Book of Thurgood Marshall (Picture Book Biography)
- A Picture Book of Thurgood Marshall Paperback
A brilliant lawyer, a leader of the Civil Rights movement, and the first African-American justice of the US Supreme Court.

A strong-willed boy, Marshall grew up in Baltimore, MD with the guidance of his parents who believed in the power of equality, education, and the importance of hard work.

His determination carried him through law school at Howard University where he graduated at the top of his class.

Marshall worked for the NAACP (National Association for ther Advancement of Colored People) and was the first African American to win a case before the United States Supreme Court. He argued thirty-two cases before the Supreme Courtâ€”winning twenty-nine. His greatest court victory was the case of Brown vs. Board of Education of Topekaâ€”a turning point in the battle against segregation.

Ultimately, Marshall would be appointed as a justice on the Supreme Court. When he retired in 1991, he wasÂ called a true American hero and the most significant lawyer of his time.

For almost thirty years, David Adlerâ€™s Picture Book Biography series has profiled famous people who changed the world. Colorful, kid-friendly illustrations combine with Adlerâ€™s â€œexpert mixtures of facts and personalityâ€ (Booklist) to introduce young readers to history through compelling biographies of presidents, heroes, inventors, explorers, and adventurers. These books are ideal for first and second graders interested in history or who need reliable sources for school book reports.
Country USA
Brand Holiday House
Manufacturer Holiday House
Binding Paperback
ItemPartNumber FBA-|290764
Color Tan
ReleaseDate 1997-01-01
UnitCount 1
Format Picture Book
EANs 9780823415069

Country	USA
Brand	Holiday House
Manufacturer	Holiday House
Binding	Paperback
ItemPartNumber	FBA-\|290764
Color	Tan
ReleaseDate	1997-01-01
UnitCount	1
Format	Picture Book
EANs	9780823415069

A Picture Book of Thurgood Marshall (Picture Book Biography)

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