review 1: This book was a fascinating account of John Lewis's involvement in the Civil Rights Movement. The fact that it's in graphic novel format and tells a small and personal piece of the broader history of equal rights makes it extremely accessible to teens and adults who might struggle with reading more traditional history books. I did find the conceit that John Lewis is telling this story while on his way to do... something in his current role as a congressman very confusing, and I think it took away from the importance of his story a little. review 2: I don't usually have high expectations for biographical graphic novels, but this grabbed me right from the start. Congressman John Lewis shares his life story growing up in the South and the beginnings of his work wi... moreth the Civil Rights movement. The powerful story jumps back and forth in time but never loses focus. Lewis' dedication to the cause of nonviolent protest amazed me, especially when Nate Powell's drawing showed the violence and hatred directed at him and the other students during the lunch counter sit-ins. less
