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Women activists in the fight for Georgia school desegregation, 1958-1961 / Rebecca H. Dartt.

Author/creator Dartt, Rebecca H.
Format Book and Print
Publication InfoJefferson, N.C. : McFarland, ©2008.
Descriptionx, 219 pages : illustrations, map ; 23 cm
Subject(s)
Contents To break the silence -- A city too busy to hate -- Who's running Georgia? -- HOPE is launched -- Women at work -- Tea and bigotry -- Courts and politicians -- A solution or delay? -- Let the hearings begin -- No stone unturned -- Operation last chance -- Athens to the rescue -- Getting ready -- A new day in Georgia.
Abstract "In 1958, groups of dedicated mothers began grassroots meetings that soon spread throughout Georgia, eventually culminating in the formation of Help Our Public Education (HOPE, Inc.). This is the history of the women's movement that was integral in desegregating Georgia schools"--Provided by publisher.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references (p. 213-216) and index.
LCCN 2008022974
ISBN9780786438433 (softcover : alk. paper)
ISBN0786438436 (softcover : alk. paper)

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Joyner General Stacks LC214.22 .G46 D37 2008 ✔ Available Place Hold