Rosa Parks

Focusing on Rosa Parks' remarkable journey, this biography explores her life from her childhood in Jim Crow Alabama to her pivotal act of defiance and her enduring legacy as a civil rights icon. Historian Douglas Brinkley delves into her early involvement with the NAACP and the complexities of her role in the movement, providing a well-researched and empathetic portrayal. The narrative captures both her personal struggles and the broader societal challenges of her era, offering a profound insight into the life of an American heroine.