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davidgilani's review
4.0
A beautiful collection of lessons or mini-sermons from the late great John Lewis. You get to learn a little about the differences that John made through his life - from a civil rights campaigner on the outside... to an established part of the United States Senate. You get to learn a little about how he approached making change on a variety of topics. The main flaw that I have with this book was that it was made very, very accessible for a young audience - so it's not got a lot of depth. Perhaps a bit of a cookie cutter wisdom, which can seem not nuanced enough for the challenges of today? Whilst it is concise... it doesn't quite have enough to be really moving / inspiring. At least that's what I found.
jennifermreads's review
5.0
I had to read this gem with my phone at hand because I had so many quotes I wanted to share with other readers. I updated my progress on this book more than I have any other book I’ve read since joining GR.
When Representative John Lewis died in July 2020, a hole was left in the world of activism. He left a legacy and very big shoes to fill. After all, Rep. Lewis was marching to the very end, joining protestors on corners in D.C. as the Black Lives Matter movement grew and grew following George Floyd’s murder. Lucky for future generations, he has left us his history in [b:Walking with the Wind: A Memoir of the Movement|27550|Walking with the Wind A Memoir of the Movement|John Lewis|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1403186088l/27550._SY75_.jpg|28164], [b:March: Book One|17346698|March Book One (March, #1)|John Lewis|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1360539808l/17346698._SX50_.jpg|24086771], and [b:Run: Book One|57600413|Run Book One|John Lewis|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1617303853l/57600413._SX50_.jpg|60204076]. He left us his guidance in [b:Across That Bridge: A Vision for Change and the Future of America|13622279|Across That Bridge A Vision for Change and the Future of America|John Lewis|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1339118188l/13622279._SX50_.jpg|19225744]. And, here, he has left us pearls of wisdom in [b:Carry On: Reflections for a New Generation|56817333|Carry On Reflections for a New Generation|John Lewis|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1620249860l/56817333._SX50_.jpg|88822895]. The short, concise essays offer not just glimpses of John Lewis the person and John Lewis the activist, but these words also offer encouragement so that the progress he made with others continues, so that we one day have the world that he, Dr. King, and other envisioned.
When Representative John Lewis died in July 2020, a hole was left in the world of activism. He left a legacy and very big shoes to fill. After all, Rep. Lewis was marching to the very end, joining protestors on corners in D.C. as the Black Lives Matter movement grew and grew following George Floyd’s murder. Lucky for future generations, he has left us his history in [b:Walking with the Wind: A Memoir of the Movement|27550|Walking with the Wind A Memoir of the Movement|John Lewis|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1403186088l/27550._SY75_.jpg|28164], [b:March: Book One|17346698|March Book One (March, #1)|John Lewis|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1360539808l/17346698._SX50_.jpg|24086771], and [b:Run: Book One|57600413|Run Book One|John Lewis|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1617303853l/57600413._SX50_.jpg|60204076]. He left us his guidance in [b:Across That Bridge: A Vision for Change and the Future of America|13622279|Across That Bridge A Vision for Change and the Future of America|John Lewis|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1339118188l/13622279._SX50_.jpg|19225744]. And, here, he has left us pearls of wisdom in [b:Carry On: Reflections for a New Generation|56817333|Carry On Reflections for a New Generation|John Lewis|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1620249860l/56817333._SX50_.jpg|88822895]. The short, concise essays offer not just glimpses of John Lewis the person and John Lewis the activist, but these words also offer encouragement so that the progress he made with others continues, so that we one day have the world that he, Dr. King, and other envisioned.
poorashleu's review
5.0
OF COURSE this was good.
OF COURSE he was married to a librarian.
OF COURSE my favorite chapter was about books.
OF COURSE he was married to a librarian.
OF COURSE my favorite chapter was about books.
alisarae's review
“Always remember what Daddy King [MLK’s father] said: ‘Make it plain. Make it clear. Make it real.’”
At first I thought this book was written for youth because the language is so simple. There are short, straightforward sentences and the vocabulary is basic. But the truths are profound. Indeed: “There is no mistaking where I stand when I talk.” John Lewis was a giant because he was always honest, straightforward and he unwaveringly stuck to his convictions. He was committed to seeing every person as a fellow child of God, committed to he faith and hope that things and people would change for the better, committed to nonviolence in actions, posture, and speech.
I liked the reminder that spirituality was and is at the heart of movements for justice. It informs our convictions and helps us keep the faith that God is working on our side. It keeps us from despair and renews our strength to continue. It allows us to find freedom in forgiveness. Ministers and laypeople literally trained civil rights activists in the 60s and 70s. Church basements were used to run simulations and prepare people to respond with nonviolence in the face of violence. I’m proud of this legacy of my religion.
At first I thought this book was written for youth because the language is so simple. There are short, straightforward sentences and the vocabulary is basic. But the truths are profound. Indeed: “There is no mistaking where I stand when I talk.” John Lewis was a giant because he was always honest, straightforward and he unwaveringly stuck to his convictions. He was committed to seeing every person as a fellow child of God, committed to he faith and hope that things and people would change for the better, committed to nonviolence in actions, posture, and speech.
I liked the reminder that spirituality was and is at the heart of movements for justice. It informs our convictions and helps us keep the faith that God is working on our side. It keeps us from despair and renews our strength to continue. It allows us to find freedom in forgiveness. Ministers and laypeople literally trained civil rights activists in the 60s and 70s. Church basements were used to run simulations and prepare people to respond with nonviolence in the face of violence. I’m proud of this legacy of my religion.
hlparis's review against another edition
5.0
This book is a treasure trove of wisdom, bravery and resilience. John Lewis was one-of-a-kind and this compilation of his experiences and reflections is priceless. It would be a great gift for the activist graduate or anyone who is involved in social justice and racial justice. This man is the epitome of morality and unwavering conviction. It inspires me to continue to make good trouble.