Nevertheless, We Persisted, Amy Klobuchar
Nevertheless, We Persisted, Amy Klobuchar
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Nevertheless, We Persisted
48 Voices of Defiance, Strength, and Courage

Author: Amy Klobuchar, In This Together Media

Narrator: Amy Klobuchar, Vikas Adam, Jonathan Davis, Ari Fliakos, Sullivan Jones, January LaVoy, Soneela Nankani, Adenrele Ojo, Nancy Wu, Gabra Zackman

Unabridged: 7 hr 5 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 10/30/2018

Includes: Bonus Material Bonus Material Included


Synopsis

A powerful collection of essays from actors, activists, athletes, politicians, musicians, writers, and teens, including Senator Amy Klobuchar, actress Alia Shawkat, actor Maulik Pancholy, poet Azure Antoinette, teen activist Gavin Grimm, and many, many more, each writing about a time in their youth when they were held back because of their race, gender, or sexual identity--but persisted.

"Aren't you a terrorist?" "There are no roles for people who look like you." "That's a sin." "No girls allowed." They've heard it all. Actress Alia Shawkat reflects on all the parts she was told she was too "ethnic" to play. Former NFL player Wade Davis recalls his bullying of gay classmates in an attempt to hide his own sexuality. Teen Gavin Grimm shares the story that led to the infamous "bathroom bill," and how he's fighting it. Holocaust survivor Fanny Starr tells of her harrowing time in Aushwitz, where she watched her family disappear, one by one.

What made them rise up through the hate? What made them overcome the obstacles of their childhood to achieve extraordinary success? How did they break out of society's limited view of who they are and find their way to the beautiful and hard-won lives they live today? With a foreword by Minnesota senator and up-and-coming Democratic party leader Amy Klobuchar, these essays share deeply personal stories of resilience, faith, love, and, yes, persistence. 

Foreword written and read by Senator Amy Klobuchar

Essays read by Vikas Adam, Jonathan Davis, Ari Fliakos, Sullivan Jones, January Lavoy, Soneela Nankani, Adenrele Ojo, Nancy Wu, and Gabra Zackman 

*Includes a Bonus PDF of contributor biographies and "Everyone Plays" graphic story

"Each tale is a soulful testament to the endurance of the human spirit and reminds readers that they are not alone in their search for self. An unflinchingly honest book that should be required reading for every young person in America."—Kirkus, Starred review

"An invaluable collection of snapshots of American society."—VOYA, Starred review

"[A] gem of a book. . . There's a lot to study here and talk about on the way to becoming kinder, more empathetic, and most important, compassionate."—Booklist

"Readers encountering injustice in their own lives may be compelled to take heart--and even action."—Publishers Weekly

"A powerful collection of voices."—SLJ

"The sheer variation in writing styles, subject-matters, and structure to these narratives provides readers with inspiration in assorted forms and a complex interpretation of what it means to persist."—The Bulletin

About The Author

In This Together Media believes that everyone should be able to imagine themselves when they pick up a book or watch a movie. They package books and films to create more diversity in media. They highlight the stories of children and young adults, including those who are gay, black, female, transgender, and more. Beyond just highlighting them, In This Together Media wants them to be the stars of the stories we create, inspiring others just like them to be who they are--with confidence and power.In This Together has published bestselling and award-winning titles since their creation just a few years ago. For more information, visit InThisTogetherMedia.com, @intogethermedia on Twitter, @inthistogethermedia on Instagram, and In This Together Media on Facebook.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Kyle

There were some great stories from great people in this collection, but given the massive amount of contributors and the length of the volume, a lot of the writings were much shorter and less detailed than I hoped. Still, I plan to use a few of these writings in my classroom.......more

Goodreads review by Liza

I read this book cover to cover in one sitting and found the stories to be inspiring. Not only that, but after some reflection what impressed me was the attitude of almost every one of the authors. They faced difficult challenges, but the lack of bitterness was impressive, especially since they coul......more

Goodreads review by Rachel

I was gifted this book by a parent who saw it on my Amazon Classroom Wish List and sent it to me. I’m so glad she did! The collection of essays is so relevant for everything that is happening in our world. I have marked each essay that I want to share with my students. I will use some as prompts for......more


Quotes

"An unflinchingly honest book that should be required reading for every young person in America."—Kirkus Reviews, starred review

"This is an invaluable collection of snapshots of American society, revealing instances of overcoming racism, bullying, and other troubling issues that need to be recognized, acknowledged, and addressed."—VOYA, starred review


Awards

  • Latino Book Award