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Coming of Age in Mississippi

ffering and her struggle. Rather, it is the story of a people---black and white--who will continue to work together for justice. Moody may be running out of gas, but Gene represents the next wave of individuals with the great energy of youth, individuals who will take the baton from Moody and carry on the struggle of the movement.

It is also important to keep in mind the fact that the very writing of the book is the strongest sign that Moody has hope. She has certainly not written the book to discourage readers from entering the fight for justice and democracy, but, to the contrary, wants to encourage them, in not an idealistic but a realistic context.

Moody's childhood gives no sign of even such cautious hope. She and her family are poor and hungry, with no sign of improvement in their l

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