The Story of Ruby Bridges
by Robert Coles, George Ford
The Story of Ruby Bridges by Robert Coles, George Ford holds a highly rated rating of 4.41 out of 5, based on 9.7K reader ratings. First published in 1995. The book spans 32 pages.
About The Story of Ruby Bridges
"Please, God, try to forgive those people. Because even if they say those bad things, They don't know what they're doing."This is the true story of an extraordinary 6-year-old who helped shape history when she became the first African-American sent to first grade in an all white school. This moving book captures the courage of a little girl standing alone in the face of racism.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Robert Coles, George Ford |
| Published | 1995 |
| Pages | 32 |
| Genres | Biography & Memoir, History, Non-Fiction, Historical Fiction, Biography & Memoir |
| Average Rating | 4.41 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 9,703 |
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What genre is The Story of Ruby Bridges?
The Story of Ruby Bridges is categorized as Biography & Memoir, History, Non-Fiction, Historical Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Historical Fiction.
Is The Story of Ruby Bridges worth reading?
Based on 9.7K reader ratings, The Story of Ruby Bridges has an average score of 4.41 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is The Story of Ruby Bridges?
The Story of Ruby Bridges has 32 pages. It is a relatively quick read.
Who wrote The Story of Ruby Bridges?
The Story of Ruby Bridges was written by Robert Coles, George Ford. It was first published in 1995.
What is the ISBN for The Story of Ruby Bridges?
The ISBN-13 for The Story of Ruby Bridges is 9780439598450.0.
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