West Virginians' Experiences in Civil Rights: How We Have Been Connected All Along

by Eve Faulkes, Joan Browning (editor), Barb Howe (editor)

This is a graphic novel featuring West Virginia storytellers explaining their roles in the civil rights movement from the 1960s to the present, including as Freedom Riders; local activists fighting segregation in public accommodations; those working at the local, state, and national level through legislatures or organizations; and young adults continuing the fight by organizing marches and working with the NAACP. Each story is set in the appropriate national context. The book includes photos of an exhibit entitled "Celebrating the 60th Anniversary of the Civil Rights Act of 1964" and a list of selected resources. Eve Faulkes compiled and illustrated the stories.

132 pages, Paperback

Published December 1, 2024