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Set in the summer of 1959, this book follows nine‑year‑old Ron McNair as he visits the Lake City public library in South Carolina. Despite the segregation policy that reserved library cards only for white patrons, Ron insists on borrowing books, demonstrating his determination and early love of learning. The narrative highlights the challenges faced by African Americans in accessing education during the civil rights era and follows Ron’s perseverance, which ultimately contributes to his future success as an astronaut.
First publish date: 2008
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Rose Blue
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