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4.65 AVERAGE
4.65 AVERAGE
March: Book 2 is such an emotional and inspiring journey alongside John Lewis through the freedom rides, some of the disagreements in the SNCC, and the March on Washington. I loved how they also interspersed the narrative with scenes from Barack Obama's inauguration. I am really glad that Lewis decided to write these books in graphic novel format, as the visual storytelling is so powerful.
Even more powerful than the first volume, devastating in its indictment of government inaction (or bad actions) and police brutality, so very appropriate for what this country is wrestling with right now in terms of race issues.
The graphic novel is a powerful and poignant form for the story of Lewis and his fellow activists, and Nate Powell's art pulses on the page. Four separate times -- I kept track -- I got chills from the intersection of history and art. It's an important story; perhaps the most important story of our century, and a story that's not yet finished.
I'm somewhere between a 3 and 4 star rating for this one, but leaned toward 4 because I found it so much more powerful than book one. The framing of illustrations was more gripping and I appreciated the depth of the storytelling versus the breadth of book one.
I finished this series the other day and am still processing it. I've read a fair bit about the Civil Rights Movement. I was lucky enough to take a Civil Rights class taught by one of the "Big Six" and founder of C.O.R.E., James Farmer, which was priceless.
But I've never read anything like these graphic novels by and about John Lewis. Somehow the medium of a graphic novel added a level of emotional connection that is hard to describe. These books are so accessible and leave such an incredible impact. I feel like I have an entirely new appreciation for those on the front lines of the movement and I am left awestruck by their profound bravery and dedication.
This is a must-read for every American.
But I've never read anything like these graphic novels by and about John Lewis. Somehow the medium of a graphic novel added a level of emotional connection that is hard to describe. These books are so accessible and leave such an incredible impact. I feel like I have an entirely new appreciation for those on the front lines of the movement and I am left awestruck by their profound bravery and dedication.
This is a must-read for every American.
Made me rethink my plan to read all three in one day. I didn't realize how little I knew of the Freedom Riders or Lewis's role in the civil rights movement. It was heavy content that required a slow pace and contemplation after. Was paired with the NYT's The Preacher and the Sheriff, a reminder of how far we come is sometimes not that far at all.
I’m so grateful these books exist—somewhere between biography and educational film lie these graphic novels, which educate and enthrall in equal measure.
I'm learning so much about the Civil Rights Movement from these graphic novels! I knew the name "Freedom Riders," though to read what they really went through was heartbreaking, but so important. And having some more background on the March on Washington was really interesting, too. Dr. MLK's speech still runs true today, but we've still got a long ways to go.
Excellent chronicle of the events, but the black & white graphic novel format makes it harder for me to read - not my favorite.