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Which Side Are You On? The Story Of A Song: The Story Of A Song
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Which Side Are You On? Tells The Story Of The Classic Union Song That Was Written In 1931 By Florence Reece In A Rain Of Bullets. It Has Been Sung By People Fighting For Their Rights All Over The World. Florence'S Husband Sam Was A Coal Miner In Kentucky. Many Of The Coal Mines Were Owned By Big Companies, Who Kept Wages Low And Spent As Little Money On Safety As Possible. Miners Lived In Company Houses On Company Land And Were Paid In Scrip, Good Only At The Company Store. The Company Owned The Miners Sure As Sunrise.That'S Why They Had To Have A Union. Miners Went On Strike Until They Could Get Better Pay, Safer Working Conditions, And Health Care. The Company Hired Thugs To Attack Union Organizers Like Sam Reece.George Ella Lyon Tells This Hairraising Story Through The Eyes Of One Of Florence'S Daughters, A Drywitted, Pigtailed Gal Whose Vantage Point Is From Under The Bed With Her Six Brothers And Sisters. The Thugs' Bullets Hit The Thin Doors And Windows Of The Company House And The Kids Lying Low Wonder Whether They'Re Going To Make It Out Of This Alive; Wonder Exactly If This Strike Will Make Their Lives Better Or End Them, But Their Mother Keeps Scribbling And Singing. We Need A Song, She Tells Her Kids. That'S Not At All What They Think They Need. Graphic Novelist Christopher Cardinale Brings Florence'S Triumphant Story To Life In True Riproaring Union Style.Selected As An Ira Notable Book For A Global Society And A 2012 Skipping Stones Honor Book.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Which Side Are You On? The Story of a Song'? A: 'Which Side Are You On?' focuses on the historical context of the classic union song written by Florence Reece during a coal miners' strike in 1931, highlighting the struggles for workers' rights.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by George Ella Lyon, who narrates the story through the eyes of Florence Reece's daughter.
- Q: What age group is this book suitable for? A: This book is suitable for children and young readers, particularly those interested in history and social justice themes.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 40 pages.
- Q: Is 'Which Side Are You On?' a hardcover edition? A: Yes, this edition of 'Which Side Are You On?' is a hardcover.
- Q: What condition is the used book in? A: The used book is described as being in good condition.
- Q: When was 'Which Side Are You On?' published? A: 'Which Side Are You On?' was published on October 4, 2011.
- Q: What is the significance of the song featured in the book? A: The song represents the struggles of miners and their fight for better working conditions, encapsulating themes of resilience and activism.
- Q: Who illustrated the book? A: The illustrations in the book are done by graphic novelist Christopher Cardinale.
- Q: Is this book recognized or awarded? A: 'Which Side Are You On?' was selected as an IRA Notable Book for a Global Society and is a 2012 Skipping Stones Honor Book.