The authors’ use of black and white photos throughout the book add to the emotional storyline. Specifically, on page 14 there is a photo of the Ku Klux Klan donned in white sheets and on page 56 a photo shows police tear gassing protestors. As a result, these pictures are horrifying and illustrate the unjust society in 1965. Similarly, illustrator, PJ Loughran’s expressive and bold drawings bring the story to life. For example, the sketch on page 59 shows Miss Blackmon in the arms of man after being serious injured in a march by a bigot. This illustration displays the violence and discrimination aimed at Miss Blackmon and the other marchers. The visual presentations in the book enhance the reader’s ability to comprehend these
The authors’ use of black and white photos throughout the book add to the emotional storyline. Specifically, on page 14 there is a photo of the Ku Klux Klan donned in white sheets and on page 56 a photo shows police tear gassing protestors. As a result, these pictures are horrifying and illustrate the unjust society in 1965. Similarly, illustrator, PJ Loughran’s expressive and bold drawings bring the story to life. For example, the sketch on page 59 shows Miss Blackmon in the arms of man after being serious injured in a march by a bigot. This illustration displays the violence and discrimination aimed at Miss Blackmon and the other marchers. The visual presentations in the book enhance the reader’s ability to comprehend these