Clarence Thomas: Fighter with Words
David R. Collins, Rosalie M. Shepherd (Illustrator), Celia LauveBooks.org participates in affiliate programs including Bookshop.org and the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program. We may earn a commission from qualifying purchases made through links on this page, at no additional cost to you.
Overview
The little boy Clarence Thomas grew up in segregated Savannah, Georgia, but soon learned that hard work, a good education, and faith would take him into a world where true fighters never raise a fist.A brief biography of Clarence Thomas and his rise to the position of Supreme Court justice.
Synopsis
A brief biography of Clarence Thomas and his rise to the position of Supreme Court justice.
Library Journal
K-Gr 3-This picture-book biography covers Thomas's life from his childhood in poverty to his choice of career, political views, and controversial Supreme Court nomination. Since this book is written for young readers, Collins obviously does not go into depth on any particular subject or event. Most pages consist of an average of five short sentences; on a few occasions, transitions are a little choppy. Shepherd's watercolor illustrations are equally simple and somewhat folksy. The author's sources are not cited. While of limited use for reports, this book introduces children to an important American figure. More importantly, Thomas's story, as told by Collins, serves as a shining example of what can be accomplished in spite of all odds.-Mary N. Oluonye, Shaker Heights Public Library, OH Copyright 2004 Reed Business Information.