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His Name Is George Floyd (Pulitzer Prize Winner)

One Man's Life and the Struggle for Racial Justice

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The biography delves into the life of George Floyd, revealing his journey from an athletic youth in Houston's Third Ward to a father and friend, highlighting the systemic pressures he faced. It explores the profound impact of his tragic death on global awareness of policing issues, transforming him into a symbol of the fight for civil rights. The narrative emphasizes the human story behind the headlines, illustrating the complexities of Floyd's life and the injustices that led to his untimely demise.

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His Name Is George Floyd (Pulitzer Prize Winner), Robert Samuels, Toluse Olorunnipa

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2022
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One Man's Life and the Struggle for Racial Justice
Language
English
Released
2022
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Paperback
Pages
704
ISBN13
9780593607633
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The biography delves into the life of George Floyd, revealing his journey from an athletic youth in Houston's Third Ward to a father and friend, highlighting the systemic pressures he faced. It explores the profound impact of his tragic death on global awareness of policing issues, transforming him into a symbol of the fight for civil rights. The narrative emphasizes the human story behind the headlines, illustrating the complexities of Floyd's life and the injustices that led to his untimely demise.