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In a small county where opportunity is scarce, Sarah Jean’s Uncle Jed is the only black barber. Determined and resilient, he faces serious setbacks as he works toward his long‑term goal of saving enough money to open his own barbershop, hoping to bring pride and hope to his community.
First publish date: 1996
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Margaree King Mitchell
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