Overground Railroad : : the Green Book and the Roots of Black Travel in America

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Call Number: 973.049 Ta, Black Studies 973.049 Ta, Adult Book / Nonfiction / History / United States / 20th Century / Taylor, Candacy A.
On Shelf At: Downtown Library, Malletts Creek Branch

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The first book to explore the historical role and residual impact of the Green Book, a travel guide for black motorists. Published from 1936 to 1966, the Green Book was hailed as the "black travel guide to America." At that time, it was very dangerous and difficult for African-Americans to travel because black travelers couldn't eat, sleep, or buy gas at most white-owned businesses. The Green Book listed hotels, restaurants, gas stations, and other businesses that were safe for black travelers. It was a resourceful and innovative solution to a horrific problem. It took courage to be listed in the Green Book, and 'Overground Railroad' celebrates the stories of those who put their names in the book and stood up against segregation. It shows the history of the Green Book, how we arrived at our present historical moment, and how far we still have to go when it comes to race relations in America.

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Eye-opening submitted by mowjac on February 24, 2020, 3:18pm Well researched and with a personal touch, this history of the Green Book covers all aspects of travel: car, rail, finding accommodation and how racist attitudes complicated travel then and even now. History done in an accessible, honest, and detailed storytelling manner. With photographs of Green Book sites, two in Detroit.