The Small and the Mighty: Twelve Unsung Americans Who Changed the Course of Hist

Description: The Small and the Mighty by Sharon McMahon A #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERFrom Americas favorite government teacher, a "fascinating and fun" (Adam Grant) portrait of twelve ordinary Americans whose courage formed the character of our country.A #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERFrom Americas favorite government teacher, a "fascinating and fun" (Adam Grant) portrait of twelve ordinary Americans whose courage formed the character of our country.In The Small and the Mighty, Sharon McMahon proves that the most remarkable Americans are often ordinary people who didnt make it into the textbooks. Not the presidents, but the telephone operators. Not the aristocrats, but the schoolteachers. Through meticulous research, she discovers historys unsung characters and brings their rich, riveting stories to light for the first time.Youll meet a woman astride a white horse riding down Pennsylvania Ave, a young boy detained at a Japanese incarceration camp, a formerly enslaved woman on a mission to reunite with her daughter, a poet on a train, and a teacher who learns to work with her enemies. More than one thing is bombed, and multiple people surprisingly become rich. Some rich with money, and some wealthy with things that matter more.This is a book about what really made America - and Americans - great. McMahons cast of improbable champions will become familiar friends, lighting the path we journey in our quest to make the world more just, peaceful, good, and free. FORMAT Hardcover CONDITION Brand New Author Biography Sharon McMahon is a longtime high school government and law teacher who is now best known as Americas Government Teacher on her Instagram account, Sharon Says So. In a time when flashy headlines and false information often take the spotlight, millions of people rely on McMahon for nonpartisan, fact-based information.McMahon is the host of the award-winning podcast Heres Where It Gets Interesting, where each week, she provides entertaining yet factual accounts of Americas most fascinating moments and people. She is also the founder of The Preamble, a newsletter that gives you the history of and context about stories that matter. In all that she does, McMahon encourages others to be world-changing humans. She has led her community in various philanthropic initiatives that have raised more than $9 million for teachers, domestic violence survivors, terminally ill children, medical debt forgiveness programs, refugees, and more. Table of Contents CONTENTSINTRODUCTION New York, 1804 Angel of the RockiesONE Clara Brown, Kentucky, 1830s TWO Bleeding Kansas, 1850s THREE Clara Brown, Colorado, 1870s The Next Needed ThingFOUR Virginia Randolph, Virginia, 1890 FIVE Henrico County, Virginia, 1907America the BeautifulSIX Katharine Lee Bates, Cape Cod, 1859 SEVEN Katharine Lee Bates, England, 1880sEIGHT Katharine Lee Bates, Chicago, 1890sForward Out of DarknessNINE Inez Milholland, New York, 1910 TEN Maria de Lopez, California, 1911ELEVEN Rebecca Brown Mitchell, Idaho, 1856TWELVE Inez Milholland, the West, 1916 THIRTEEN France, 1916An Orientation of the SpiritFOURTEEN Anna Thomas Jeanes, Philadelphia, 1822FIFTEEN William James Edwards, Alabama, 1869SIXTEEN Julius Rosenwald, Illinois, 1862SEVENTEEN Booker T. Washington, Virginia, 1856Go for BrokeEIGHTEEN The Inouyes, Hawaii, 1924NINETEEN The Minetas, California, 1942 TWENTY Daniel Inouye, Europe, 1943TWENTY-ONE Norman Mineta, 1950sMomentumTWENTY-TWO Claudette Colvin, Alabama, 1950sTWENTY-THREE Septima Clark, Charleston,South Carolina, 1898TWENTY-FOUR America, 1950sTWENTY-FIVE Teenagers in the American South, 1950sTWENTY-SIX Montgomery, Alabama, 1955 CONCLUSION AcknowledgmentsNotes Review "With shimmering research, an observant eye, and a bright moral compass, Sharon McMahon leads us through the thickets of the past until we can see where we came from and where we are going." David Grann, New York Times bestselling author of The Wager and Killers of the Flower Moon "Sharon McMahon is a national treasure and a one-woman cavalry for truth, saving our republic one loving and clear-eyed lesson at a time. She and this book are a gift to our country." —Isabel Wilkerson, New York Times bestselling author of Caste and The Warmth of Other Suns"This book wont just enlighten and entertain you—it will leave you empowered by newfound confidence that you dont need to be rich or famous to make a difference. The Small and the Mighty is a master class in making American history fascinating and fun." Adam Grant, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Hidden Potential and Think Again, and host of the podcast Re:Thinking "These are the underdogs, the unknowns, and some of the most amazing historical heroes youve never heard of. The Small and the Mighty overflows with inspiration and brilliantly proves that the best Americans are not always famous." Brad Meltzer, New York Times bestselling coauthor of The Nazi Conspiracy "The Small and the Mighty isnt just history—its a testament to the power of courage and resilience. If youre looking for a book that restores faith in the American dream, this is it." Jermaine Fowler, New York Times bestselling author of The Humanity Archive "Sharon McMahon has assembled a thrilling cast of idealists, trailblazers, change agents, and crusaders. Together they light up the past—and the page." —Stacy Schiff, author of The Revolutionary: Samuel Adams "So many history books focus on what went wrong. The Small and the Mighty teaches us about the people who got it right. In a time when democracy is on the line, we need this book as a reminder that hope—even when its tiny—is strong enough to meet this moment." Jemar Tisby, professor of history at Simmons College of Kentucky and New York Times bestselling author of The Color of Compromise and The Spirit of Justice "McMahon is a world-class educator and masterful storyteller who has crafted an essential and irresistible book. If you want to be deeply inspired by history—and have a great time along the way—read this book." Candice Millard, author of River of the Gods "In this magnificent debut, Sharon McMahon offers detailed, nuanced portraits of unexpected heroes. In the process, she reminds us that citizenship is far more than a legal statusand that the American Dream is never writ small." Alexis Coe, author of You Never Forget Your First "This is a reminder that this countrys ideals were and are lived by people brave enough to go against the grain—without sugarcoating our history or letting systems of oppression off the hook. The Small and the Mighty is McMahon at her best: pointing out the light in the darkness. " Nora McInerny, author of Its Okay to Laugh: (Crying Is Cool Too), No Happy Endings, The Hot Young Widows Club, and Bad Vibes Only, and host of the podcast Terrible, Thanks for Asking "Too often, Americas history is told in black and white. In The Small and the Mighty, Sharon McMahon reminds us that our story is vastly more interesting, populated by unlikely and complicated figures. This book is a timely reminder of the promise of American citizenship: that anyone, no matter their background, can shape the course of the nations future." Troy Senik, presidential historian, former White House speech writer, and author of Man of Iron "The Small and the Mighty powerfully illuminates the messy, often dangerous work of democracy, performed by imperfect Americans with hope for a more just world. Sharons characteristic humor, thorough research, and disarming candor combine to issue a blazing call to be the change we want to see, wherever we are." Julie Bogart, author of Raising Critical Thinkers and founder of Brave Writer "In The Small and the Mighty, Sharon McMahon has crafted an accessible, beautiful, and courageous masterpiece. Her meticulous attention to detail brings to light untold histories, keeping you frantically turning the page. This book is a road map toward understanding who we have always been." Dr. Bettina Love, William F. Russell Professor at Teachers College, Columbia University, and author of Punished for Dreaming "The Small and the Mighty drops us into some of the most riveting and consequential times in American history, where we meet twelve of the most important people youve likely never heard of. McMahons subjects are the folks who shifted the narrative of our country. McMahons gifted storytelling and deep research will show you why." Kate Winkler Dawson, author of American Sherlock "With stories you thought you knew and most youve never even heard before, The Small and the Mighty takes us on a journey of ordinary, human hope—something America decidedly needs. This is what you wish history class had actually been." Kendra Adachi, author of The Lazy Genius Way "The Small and the Mighty brings to life a cast of Americans who deserve their place in our national Hall of Fame. Its a swift, moving, beautiful book that makes you blush with pride—after swearing with outrage at the circumstances that forced them to act." Timothy Egan, author of A Fever in the Heartland Details ISBN0593541677 Author Sharon McMahon Publisher Penguin Young Readers Year 2024 ISBN-13 9780593541678 Format Hardcover Imprint Penguin Young Readers Country of Publication United States Audience General Publication Date 2024-09-24 US Release Date 2024-09-24 NZ Release Date 2024-10-21 AU Release Date 2024-10-21 Pages 320 Subtitle Twelve Unsung Americans Who Changed the Course of History, from the Founding to the Civil Rights Movement DEWEY 920.073 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:161510783;

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