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In the wake of US election results, in the midst of other local activism planning, I‘m finding some small comfort in looking through my shelves to find books which will inspire me to keep going, keep fighting. These are books I‘m going to move up my TBR for the near future. I‘m sure I‘ll add to the stack as I look through my library more. Are there any books y‘all are thinking about these days?

#12Booksof2022 my pick for best of March.A remarkable autobiography of a woman who would not be stopped when it came to fighting for justice.They burned down her newspaper office, she was threatened constantly, but still continued on.One of the founders of the NAACP.

My #doublespin Jan.She just never stopped! Teacher , journalist, newspaper owner(they burned her out)She went to England holding anti lynching lectures knowing the US papers would cover it & she wouldn‘t be shouted down by racists.When she started a family late ,she still fought for individuals, established reading rooms, job training, links to the trades, a ticket for a meal.As a mother, would travel to lecture if they would provide child care.

Ida B. Wells was an incredibly impressive person all the way around. I am in awe of her strength, intellect, and ability to simply get things done. I really enjoyed this autobiography.

More indulgence from the U of Chicago Press sale.The American Girls in Red Russia was deeply discounted, the Wells among newer titles discounted 20% .Sale goes on till June 15th.