The Southern Phoenix (Printing)

The Southern Phoenix is a tale about the Black experience in the Deep South. This historical fiction novel introduces the sit-ins in Alabama, the 1965 riots in Watts, fair housing issues, and scenes-poignant, joyous, riveting, and sad-portraying what life was really like for the Black population during the decades of the mid-20th century.

Publisher Marketing: TABLE OF CONTENTS Advance Praise Dedication Prologue Introduction 1 Ba' Bro' 2 Fighting the System 3 The Escape 4 Down South Again 5 California 6 California Beckons 7. Them Bees 8. Just Too Much Sadness 9. A New Man Epilogue Poems by the Author The Plan The Dark Continent Citizens of Nowhere Hate or Love - A Work in Progress Who Are We? Jacob's Brother Whirlpool Eva in Her Wedding Dress Mother to Son Acknowledgements About the Author Review Quotes : The Southern Phoenix captures the ambiance of the South during this critical period of American history. The dialogue is authentic. The characters are people to whom we can relate. It is a must-read for lovers of historical fiction. Dick Price, Co-founder, laprogressive.com I was blown away by The Southern Phoenix . Her imagery, honesty, and insights make this book worth reading again and again. George Christopher Thomas, Founder/Editor, Van Nuys News Press Rosemary made the story reflect what it was like to live in the Deep South in those days. I hope many people get to read it because not enough young people, let alone adults, truly comprehend what the Civil Rights struggles were all about and how difficult it was to live down South during those days. The protagonist succeeded, despite all odds, and at the same time, he gave back--good modeling for all of us. Virginia Capers, Tony-Award Winning Actress The Southern Phoenix frames a sacred time and place in the history of our nation. It will touch any reader open to the transformative gift of culture in the lives of our children. I highly recommend it for middle and high school readers--though anyone seeking to understand the complex tensions of race and diversity will benefit and enjoy reading this thoughtful novel. José Velásquez, Principal, Los Angeles USD The Southern Phoenix is a real page turner. I tried to stop myself from reading ahead. And of course, you know, a big surprise was waiting. Lynette Stafford, The Magical StoryBook Lady This is a touching and beautiful story. If is full of the rich textures of the people in it. You feel for them and with them... The old lady telling the story moved me many times during my reading. Lee Wells, Author Rich material. An excellent story. Nice touches! Dramatic, fascinating, terrifying, compelling. Wow! Alan Armer, Movie Producer Publisher Marketing : THE SOUTHERN PHOENIX was born out of the Black experience in America during the mid-1900s. It is an intense story reflecting the lives of very real people. Throughout this historical fiction novel, the reader is introduced to events such as the sit-ins down South, the 1965 riots in Watts, fair housing issues, and scenes--poignant, joyous, riveting, and sad-- portraying daily life for families of all stripes. In the beginning, we meet the main characters among whom is the protagonist, John David Johnson (otherwise known as Ba' Bro'). We learn of their wants and needs, their frustrations and triumphs. We witness Mr. Johnson's personal growth, though subtle at first, as he evolves from an emotionally devastated Southern farm kid to a mature, determined young man who encounters many harsh travails. He becomes a strong Black man, a devoted family man, and a civil rights attorney of note who triumphs over innumerable crushing challenges. Ba' Bro's life is a testament to what education and enlightenment can mean to any individual--to all of us--and to how the world can change. His is a story of how one can rise from the ashes and become a Phoenix in his own right.

Format: Hardcover | Pages: 346 | Publication Date: 2018-08-20