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Florynce "Flo" Kennedy: The Life of a Black Feminist Radical

Sherie M. Randolph
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Florynce "Flo" Kennedy: The Life of a Black Feminist Radical

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2015

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Sherie M. Randolph

Florynce "Flo" Kennedy: The Life of a Black Feminist Radical

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2015
Book Details
Pages

313

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

United States • 1960s-1970s

Publication Year

2015

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Florynce "Flo" Kennedy: The Life of a Black Feminist Radical by Sherie M. Randolph explores the life of Florynce Kennedy, a pioneering Black feminist and civil rights advocate. Randolph examines Kennedy's activism, legal career, and influence on intersectional feminism, highlighting her dedication to social justice and equality.

Informative

Inspirational

Challenging

Gritty

Hopeful

Reviews & Readership

4.3

198 ratings

76%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Florynce "Flo" Kennedy: The Life of a Black Feminist Radical by Sherie M. Randolph is praised for its in-depth portrayal of a dynamic activist. Randolph successfully captures Kennedy's influence and charisma. Some critiques mention a dense presentation of details, which may overwhelm readers, but overall, the biography is celebrated for shedding light on an extraordinary life.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Florynce "Flo" Kennedy: The Life of a Black Feminist Radical?

Readers who enjoy Florynce "Flo" Kennedy: The Life of a Black Feminist Radical by Sherie M. Randolph likely have interests in feminist activism, Black history, and social justice. Similar audiences might be drawn to Assata: An Autobiography by Assata Shakur and The Autobiography of Angela Davis by Angela Davis.

4.3

198 ratings

76%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

313

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

United States • 1960s-1970s

Publication Year

2015

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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