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In 1933 Mississippi, young Cassie Logan and her brothers, urged by Aunt Callie to fetch medicine, enter the local Wallace store despite their parents' warnings. Their arrival sparks a tense encounter with Mr. Tom Bee, an older black man, and the white storekeeper, illuminating profound racial tensions and prejudice. Mildred D. Taylor draws upon anecdotes from her father's youth, crafting a narrative that exposes both the brutality and hidden humanity of the era. The story extends beyond a simple childhood adventure, becoming a poignant exploration of friendship, courage, and the harsh realities faced by African Americans in the South.
First publish date: 1987
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Mildred D. Taylor
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