Candacy Taylor
Overground Railroad Paperback Book
“Refund was approved and back in my account the same day.” - Deliver+ customer
A New York Times Notable Book, Overground Railroad is a compelling and illuminating exploration of the historical role and residual impact of the Green Book, a travel guide for Black motorists used for decades when traveling through segregated America. Essential (Library Journal starred review) IRecalls Isabel Wilkersons The Warmth of Other Suns ( Los Angeles Times) I Eyeopening, deeply moving. (Bookpage starred review)It took courage to be listed in the Green Book, and Overground Railroad celebrates the stories of those who put their names in the book and stood up against segregation. It shows the history of the Green Book, how we arrived at our present historical moment, and how far we still have to go when it comes to race relations and systemic racism in America. Published from 1936 to 1966, the Green Book was hailed as the Black travel guide to America. At that time, it was both dangerous and difficult for African Americans to travel, because Black travelers couldnt eat, sleep, or buy gas at most whiteowned businesses. The Green Book listed hotels, restaurants, gas stations, and other businesses that were safe for Black travelers. It was a resourceful and innovative solution to a horrific problem. Candacy Taylor writes in her introduction, The Green Book was published during a time when car travel symbolized freedom in America, but since racial segregation was in full force throughout the country, the open road wasnt open to all. When Black motorists picked up a copy...
Binding: Paperback;360 pages; Publisher: Abrams; Classification: HBJK; Weight: 120 g; Dimensions: 241 x 165 x 32
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A New York Times Notable Book, Overground Railroad is a compelling and illuminating exploration of the historical role and residual impact of the Green Book, a travel guide for Black motorists used for decades when traveling through segregated America. Essential (Library Journal starred review) IRecalls Isabel Wilkersons The Warmth of Other Suns ( Los Angeles Times) I Eyeopening, deeply moving. (Bookpage starred review)It took courage to be listed in the Green Book, and Overground Railroad celebrates the stories of those who put their names in the book and stood up against segregation. It shows the history of the Green Book, how we arrived at our present historical moment, and how far we still have to go when it comes to race relations and systemic racism in America. Published from 1936 to 1966, the Green Book was hailed as the Black travel guide to America. At that time, it was both dangerous and difficult for African Americans to travel, because Black travelers couldnt eat, sleep, or buy gas at most whiteowned businesses. The Green Book listed hotels, restaurants, gas stations, and other businesses that were safe for Black travelers. It was a resourceful and innovative solution to a horrific problem. Candacy Taylor writes in her introduction, The Green Book was published during a time when car travel symbolized freedom in America, but since racial segregation was in full force throughout the country, the open road wasnt open to all. When Black motorists picked up a copy...
Binding: Paperback;360 pages; Publisher: Abrams; Classification: HBJK; Weight: 120 g; Dimensions: 241 x 165 x 32
Free Delivery For A Year With Unlimited Delivery
Super Saver Delivery
£2.99
Standard Delivery
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£5.99
Next Day Delivery
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24/7 InPost Locker | Shop Collect
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Evri ParcelShop
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Bulky Item Delivery
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Northern Ireland Super Saver Delivery
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Northern Ireland Standard Delivery
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Northern Ireland Express Delivery
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Unlimited Delivery
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Please note, we cannot offer refunds on fashion face masks, cosmetics, pierced jewellery, adult toys, and swimwear or lingerie if the hygiene seal is not in place or has been broken.
Items of footwear and/or clothing must be unworn and unwashed with the original labels attached. Also, footwear must be tried on indoors. Items of homeware including bedlinen, mattresses, and toppers, and pillows must be unused and in their original unopened packaging. This does not affect your statutory rights.
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Candacy Taylor
Overground Railroad Paperback Book
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