History of john lewis book

Biography book about John Lewis

John Lewis: A Life is a biographical account of the former United States Congressman, the late John Lewis.

History of john lewis book

This book was written by David Greenberg and published in October 2024 by Simon & Schuster.^[1][2][3]

Synopsis

Greenberg's book follows Lewis's life before, during, and after the Civil Rights Movement.

Lewis led the Voter Education Project, registering many Black voters in the South. The book also details Lewis's political career, starting locally in Atlanta, Georgia, and then in the United States Congress. He was respected by both Democrats and Republicans for his dedication to nonviolent integration and was seen as a moral compass in the United States Congress.

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Greenberg's biography is based on extensive research, archival documents and more than 100 interviews. The book provides new material pertaining to Lewis's personal and professional life. It details his role in the Civil Rig