Angela Harrelson, George Floyd's aunt and closest relative, tells the behind-the-scenes story of George's family--how he lived and why he died--and how the world can find a solution to racism through his death. This is the story of Angela's lifelong relationship with George Floyd--whom the family called Perry--and how, after being suddenly thrust into the spotlight, she went on a quest to make sure her nephew did not die in vain. It's a story of tragic loss and a worldwide uprising to ensure Perry's death ushers society into a time where people are no longer judged, hated, or killed because of the color of their skin.
Record details
ISBN:9781637583371
ISBN:1637583370
Physical Description:195 pages, 8 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 24 cm
Publisher:New York : Post Hill Press, [2022].
Copyright:℗♭2022
Content descriptions
Formatted Contents Note:
"The police killed your nephew. Do you have any comments?" - "This is the white train, not the soul trail": growing up in the racist South -- Why black people are out of patience -- The runaway slave mentality and the police -- It must be good to be white -- The verdict on Derek Chauvin -- One year out -- How my faith pulled me through the pain -- The bitter and the sweet-- Derek Chauvin's sentencing -- What must happen next -- How can we teach our children to be antiracist? -- Appendix: Victim impact statement.
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