1. Coming of Age in Mississippi
... watch from across the street, and hearing of murders - Emmet Till, Medgar Evars, John F. Kennedy, as well as her own uncle. She lives her life knowing she can no longer return safely to her hometown and feels estranged from family members who do not share her passionate commitment to fight racism. At the conclusion ... skin made people different. As Anne moved into her high school years she was able to understand the happenings going on around her. Her insight to the life of Negroes was new. During this time she learned of the murder of Emmett Till. During her high school years Anne was ...
- Word Count: 1661
- Approx Pages: 7
- Grade Level: High School