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Big Black stand at Attica, four days in 1971 changed the course of American history, written by Frank "Big Black" Smith, Jared Reinmuth ; illustrated by Améziane ; lettered by AndWorld Design

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Includes bibliographical references (unnumbered page 174)

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Big Black stand at Attica

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written by Frank "Big Black" Smith, Jared Reinmuth ; illustrated by Améziane ; lettered by AndWorld Design

four days in 1971 changed the course of American history

"In the summer of 1971, New York's Attica State Prison is a symbol of everything broken in America -- abused prisoners, rampant racism and a blind eye turned towards the injustices perpetrated against the powerless. But when the guards at Attica overreact to a minor incident, the prisoners decide they've had enough and revolt -- taking their jailers hostage and making demands for humane conditions. Frank "Big Black" Smith finds himself at the center of this uprising, struggling to protect hostages, prisoners and negotiators alike. But when the only avenue for justice seems to be negotiating with ambitious Governor Nelson Rockefeller, Big Black soon discovers there may be no hope in finding a peaceful resolution for the prisoners in Attica. This is an unflinching look at the price of standing up to injustice in what remains one of the bloodiest civil rights confrontations in American history." -- Page [4] of cover

Introduction -- The 15 Practical Proposals of rebelling Attica Prisoners -- Plantation to plantation! September 13, 1971 -- The uprising -- Manifesto! -- D.M.Z. (Dead Man Zone) -- Massacre at Attica! -- The aftermath -- Who died at Attica, we will not forget -- Bibliography -- We owe a lot of thanks to a lot of incredible people who lived and died for the cause. We honor them here -- About the authors

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