BLACK FRIDAY DEAL - Lifting Every Voice

"Lifting Every Voice: My Journey from Segregated Roanoke to the Corridors of Power" is now available for £8.84, down from its previous price of £24.95.

This memoir by Bill Robertson offers an in-depth look into his impactful life and career as a dedicated advocate for racial justice. Robertson's story is rooted in his experiences in the Green Book South, witnessing his father's struggles with racial inequity, and his eventual rise to challenge the status quo. Key highlights of his journey include:

• First Black candidate to run for the Virginia General Assembly.
• Pioneer as the first Black teacher to integrate a white school in Roanoke.
• Integral member of Virginia Governor Linwood Holton's administration, advancing desegregation efforts.

His career spanned across serving five US presidents, leading the Peace Corps in Kenya, and having significant roles in state affairs.

Robertson continued his advocacy into his eighties, supporting movements like Black Lives Matter. This book offers valuable insights into a transformative era and Robertson's contributions to racial equality.