The true story of two immigrant families, their struggle against racism, and the kindnesses that helped them toward a brighter future.---"... a book full to the brim with passion, truth and insight. The lessons you will learn as you turn these pages will help you not only understand the past, but will influence your future."Bob GoffNew York Times Bestselling Author of Love Does, Everybody Always and Dream Big“Beautifully written, an American story of the courage, patriotism and resilience of two Orange County families.”Honorable Frederick AquirreJudge, Superior Court of Orange County (retired)“The Kindness of Color is a beautifully crafted true and inspiring story of how the cross-cultural cooperation between two oppressed families and communities of color in Orange County, California, during the World War II era, led to a landmark case of public-school desegregation at the state and national levels.”Dr. Art HansenEmeritus Professor of History and Asian American Studies,California State University, Fullerton“This captivating story twists and turns like fiction but all is real, factual, and historical. This will be required reading for all students to grasp the impact and importance of our interwoven history, and serendipitous connections all the while, changing hearts towards kindness.”Tommy DyoAsian American Pacific Islander Community Advocate“…the true story of two families behind the Mendez v. Westminster case…Through it all, the unconditional kindness they received from others and returned to others ultimately proved to be a force for healing and change.”Al Mijares, PhDOrange County Superintendent of Schools“As an Orange County native and daughter of first-generation Indian immigrants, the intertwined stories of the Munemitsu and Mendez families hold a special place in my heart…I loved this book, and I know you will too!”Jasmine ChhabriaNational History Day Finalist, 2018---A true story of perseverance, unity, and hope, The Kindness of Color follows two immigrant families facing separate battles with racism in WWII-era Southern California. Unexpectedly, their paths intertwine, ultimately paving the way for the landmark court case Mendez, et. al v. Westminster and the desegregation of California public schools seven years before Brown v. Board of Education.In the face of tremendous discrimination, the Mendez and Munemitsu families are sustained by the simple yet harrowing acts of kindness extended to them by friends and strangers as they navigate their difficult journeys toward justice. It is this kindness that encourages their hearts, opens paths to solutions, and creates communities of support—all highlighting the beauty and power of The Kindness of Color.
✔ Author(s): Janice Munemitsu,Sylvia Mendez
✔ Title: The Kindness of Color: The Story of Two Families and Mendez, et al. v. Westminster, the 1947 Desegregation of California Public Schools
✔ Rating : 4.9 out of 5 base on (61 reviews)
✔ ISBN-10: 0578946874
✔ ISBN-13: 9780578946870
✔ Language: English
✔ Format ebook: PDF, EPUB, Kindle, Audio, HTML and MOBI
✔ Device compatibles: Android, iOS, PC and Amazon Kindle
Readers' opinions about The Kindness of Color by Janice Munemitsu
Thea Bell
What an intellectual journey! The themes explored in this book challenged my perceptions and sparked introspection. It's refreshing to read a book that provokes such thought.
Beata Shepard
The way this book explored the complexities of human nature and relationships was both profound and relatable. It touched my heart in ways I didn't expect.
Polly Hurlbutt
I'm already planning to reread this book. It's one of those stories that you can revisit again and again, discovering new layers of meaning each time.
