42 pages 1 hour read

Jon Meacham

His Truth Is Marching On: John Lewis and the Power of Hope

Nonfiction | Biography | Adult | Published in 2020

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His Truth Is Marching On by Jon Meacham earns praise for its compelling narrative and insightful portrayal of John Lewis’s life. Critics commend Meacham’s thorough research and emotive storytelling. However, some suggest the biography lacks depth in analyzing certain aspects of Lewis’s activism. Overall, it is a powerful account of a pivotal figure in American history.

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Who Should Read His Truth Is Marching On?

Readers who admire in-depth biographies and civil rights history, similar to those of The Autobiography of Martin Luther King, Jr. or John Lewis: Walking with the Wind, will appreciate Jon Meacham's His Truth Is Marching On. They seek compelling, meticulously researched narratives about influential figures like John Lewis.

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Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Topics
History: World
Social Justice
History: U.S.
Genre
Biography
Themes
Identity: Race
Society: Politics & Government
Values/Ideas: Justice & Injustice