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Coming of Age in Mississippi

The Classic Autobiography of Growing Up Poor and Black in the Rural South
in: Memoirs
Summary:

The book is a poignant autobiography that chronicles the author's life from her childhood in a poor African American family in Mississippi through her college years during the Civil Rights Movement. It details her experiences with racism, activism, and her growing political consciousness as she fights for racial equality.

Key points:

1. Racism and Segregation: The book details Moody's experiences with deep-seated racism and segregation in mid-20th century America.

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