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Lanterns
Author: Marian Wright Edelman
language: en
Publisher: Beacon Press
Release Date: 2013-05-01
I am grateful beyond words for the example of the lanterns shared in this memoir whose lives I hope will illuminate my children's, your children's, and the paths of countless others coming behind.--Marian Wright Edelman, from the Preface Marian Wright Edelman, "the most influential children's advocate in the country" (The Washington Post), shares stories from her life at the center of this century's most dramatic civil rights struggles. She pays tribute to the extraordinary personal mentors who helped light her way: Martin Luther King, Jr., Robert F. Kennedy, Fannie Lou Hamer, William Sloane Coffin, Ella Baker, Mae Bertha Carter, and many others. She celebrates the lives of the great Black women of Bennettsville, South Carolina-Miz Tee, Miz Lucy, Miz Kate-who along with her parents formed a formidable and loving network of community support for the young Marian Wright as a Black girl growing up in the segregated South. We follow the author to Spelman College in the late 1950s, when the school was a hotbed of civil rights activism, and where, through excerpts from her honest and passionate college journal, we witness a national leader in the making and meet the people who inspired and empowered her, including Dr. Benjamin E. Mays, Howard Zinn, and Charles E. Merrill, Jr. Lanterns takes us to Mississippi in the 1960s, where Edelman was the first and only Black woman lawyer. Her account of those years is a riveting first-hand addition to the literature of civil rights: "The only person I recognized in the menacing crowd as I walked towards the front courthouse steps was [a] veteran New York Times reporter. He neither acknowledged me nor met my eyes. I knew then what it was like to be a poor Black person in Mississippi: alone." And we follow Edelman as she leads Bobby Kennedy on his fateful trip to see Mississippi poverty and hunger for himself, a powerful personal experience for the young RFK that helped awaken a nation's conscience to child hunger and poverty. Lanterns is illustrated with thirty of the author's personal photographs and includes "A Parent's Pledge" and "Twenty-five More Lessons for Life," an inspiration to all of us-parents, grandparents, teachers, religious and civic leaders-to guide, protect, and love our children every day so that they will become, in Marian Wright Edelman's moving vision, the healing agents for national transformation.
Lanterns: A History of Light in the Dark
Author: Pasquale De Marco
language: en
Publisher: Pasquale De Marco
Release Date: 2025-07-14
Embark on an illuminating journey through the world of lanterns in this captivating book. From their humble origins to their modern-day incarnations, lanterns have played a vital role in human history, shaping our civilizations and enriching our lives. This comprehensive volume explores the diverse forms and functions of lanterns across cultures, from ancient oil lamps to intricate electric marvels. Discover the technological innovations that have transformed these simple objects into sophisticated lighting solutions, enhancing our ability to navigate darkness and illuminating our surroundings. Delve into the cultural significance of lanterns, uncovering their symbolic meanings and the unique traditions associated with them. From the colorful farolitos of Mexico to the intricate paper lanterns of China, lanterns have taken on a myriad of forms, reflecting the creativity and heritage of the people who crafted them. Whether you are a collector of lanterns, a history buff, or simply someone who appreciates the beauty of these timeless objects, this book is sure to captivate and enlighten you. Join us as we celebrate the enduring legacy of lanterns, exploring their stories and marveling at their enduring ability to bring light into our world. In this book, you will discover: * The diverse forms and functions of lanterns across cultures * The technological innovations that have transformed lanterns over time * The cultural significance of lanterns and their symbolic meanings * The unique traditions associated with lanterns around the world * Profiles of notable lantern collectors and their extraordinary collections With its captivating narrative and stunning visuals, this book is a must-have for anyone interested in the history, culture, and beauty of lanterns. If you like this book, write a review!
Classic Lanterns
Author: Dennis A. Pearson
language: en
Publisher: Schiffer Book for Collectors
Release Date: 2008
The first photographic investigation of the history, companies, people, places, uses, prices, and the kerosene lanterns themselves. Some of these lanterns are so rare they have never been photographed before. Each lantern is described in detail, over 200 photos and illustrations, over 30 color photos. Detailed restoration information, American and foreign lanterns, railroad lanterns, and lots of barn lanterns. Collecting tips, newly revised quick reference prices, and the Universal Value Calculator. The author is an antiques restorer with over 25 years of lantern collecting experience.