Overground railroad: the Green Book and the roots of Black travel in America
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New York : Abrams Press, [2020].
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Physical Desc:
360 pages : illustrations (some color), map, facsimiles (some color), portraits ; 25 cm
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Boulder Main Adult NonFiction
305.896073 Tayl
On Shelf
Jun 6, 2024
Broomfield Non-Fiction
973.0496 Taylo
On Shelf
Oct 24, 2024
Lafayette Nonfiction Area
973.0496 Tay
On Shelf
Mar 28, 2022
Longmont Adult Nonfiction
973.0496 TAY
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Mar 21, 2021
Longmont Adult Nonfiction
973.0496 TAY
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Aug 30, 2023
Loveland Adult Nonfiction
973.0496 Taylor, C.
Due Nov 21, 2024

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"The first book to explore the historical role and residual impact of the Green Book, a travel guide for black motorists. Published from 1936 to 1966, the Green Book was hailed as the 'black travel guide to America.' At that time, it was very dangerous and difficult for African-Americans to travel because black travelers couldn't eat, sleep, or buy gas at most white-owned businesses. The Green Book listed hotels, restaurants, gas stations, and other businesses that were safe for black travelers. It was a resourceful and innovative solution to a horrific problem. It took courage to be listed in the Green Book, and 'Overground Railroad' celebrates the stories of those who put their names in the book and stood up against segregation. It shows the history of the Green Book, how we arrived at our present historical moment, and how far we still have to go when it comes to race relations in America." --

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APA Citation (style guide)

Taylor, C. A. (2020). Overground railroad: the Green Book and the roots of Black travel in America. New York, Abrams Press.

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Taylor, Candacy A.. 2020. Overground Railroad: The Green Book and the Roots of Black Travel in America. New York, Abrams Press.

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Taylor, Candacy A., Overground Railroad: The Green Book and the Roots of Black Travel in America. New York, Abrams Press, 2020.

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Taylor, Candacy A.. Overground Railroad: The Green Book and the Roots of Black Travel in America. New York, Abrams Press, 2020.

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