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Hobbs unearths four lynchings that are critical to the understanding of the origins of civil rights in Florida. The oral histories from the victims families and those in the communities make this a valuable contribution to African American, Florida, and civil rights history. Derrick E. White, author of The Challenge of Blackness
A compelling reminder of just how troubling and violent the Sunshine State s racial past has been. A must read. Irvin D.S. Winsboro, editor of Old South, New South, or Down South?
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Winner of the Florida Book Award for Florida Nonfiction, Bronze Winner of the Florida Historical Society's Harry T. & Harriette V. Moore Award "Hobbs unearths four lynchings that are critical to the understanding of the origins of civil rights in Florida. The oral histories from the victims' families and those in the communities make this a valuable contribution to African American, Florida, and civil rights history."--Derrick E. White, author of The Challenge of Blackness

"A compelling reminder of just how troubling and violent the Sunshine State's racial past has been. A must...

SOAR is the warm and brightly-illustrated tale of love, loss, and faith. Josiah and his Grandma Celeste share a special bond that knows no bounds. One day, she gives Josiah a cape that allows him to SOAR anyplace he wants to go. When tragedy strikes, Josiah learns his cape is a link which keeps the unbreakable bond with Grandma Celeste alive. An inspiring story with a positive message that is sure to uplift all readers.