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Ida B. the Queen: The Extraordinary Life and Legacy of Ida B. Wells Hardcover – January 26, 2021

by Michelle Duster (Author)
4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 268 ratings
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Journalist. Suffragist. Antilynching crusader. In 1862, Ida B. Wells was born enslaved in Holly Springs, Mississippi. In 2020, she won a Pulitzer Prize.

Ida B. Wells committed herself to the needs of those who did not have power. In the eyes of the FBI, this made her a “dangerous negro agitator.” In the annals of history, it makes her an icon.

Ida B. the Queen tells the awe-inspiring story of an pioneering woman who was often overlooked and underestimated—a woman who refused to exit a train car meant for white passengers; a woman brought to light the horrors of lynching in America; a woman who cofounded the NAACP. Written by Wells’s great-granddaughter Michelle Duster, this “warm remembrance of a civil rights icon” (Kirkus Reviews) is a unique visual celebration of Wells’s life, and of the Black experience.

A century after her death, Wells’s genius is being celebrated in popular culture by politicians, through song, public artwork, and landmarks. Like her contemporaries Frederick Douglass and Susan B. Anthony, Wells left an indelible mark on history—one that can still be felt today. As America confronts the unfinished business of systemic racism, Ida B. the Queen pays tribute to a transformational leader and reminds us of the power we all hold to smash the status quo.
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    January 26, 2021
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  6. ISBN-10
    1982129816
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"Visually stunning...readers who are looking for bold, out-of-the-box, approaches to social change will undoubtedly be inspired by Ida B. the Queen.”
—Forbes

"Bow down to this biography that shows why Ida B. Wells is an icon for all seasons."
—Refinery29

"With bold graphics and a compelling story, Ida B. the Queen is sure to be one of the year's best biographies."
—Bustle

"Ida B. the Queen delves deep into the life of Wells and the Black experience through visual storytelling and recounts the life, successes and hardships of one of the most renowned leaders of justice in American history."
—The Root

"A warm remembrance of a civil rights icon"
—Kirkus Reviews

"Duster delivers a vibrant and accessible portrait of her great-grandmother Ida B. Wells"
—Publishers Weekly

About the Author

Michelle Dusteris a writer, speaker, professor, and champion of racial and gender equity. In the last dozen years, she has written, edited, or contributed to eleven books. She cowrote the popular children’s history book, Tate and His Historic Dream; coedited Shifts and Michelle Obama’s Impact on African American Women and Girls; and edited two books that include the writings of her great-grandmother, Ida B. Wells. She has written articles for Essence, Refinery29, HuffPost, Teen Vogue, and The North Star.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Atria/One Signal Publishers; First Edition (January 26, 2021)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 176 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1982129816
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1982129811
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.26 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.38 x 0.9 x 9.13 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
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Phyllis Hollingsworth
5.0 out of 5 stars Easy to read.
Reviewed in the United States on November 23, 2022
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This is an informative book on the life of one person. But it includes references to others as well. I’m wondering if it is a student edition as it is so easy to read. It is informative and enjoyable.
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kyondra
5.0 out of 5 stars One of these best stories
Reviewed in the United States on July 8, 2022
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I can not say enough about how wonderful, inspiring and moving this book is. The author did a great job tying everything together while relating it to today. A great book for high schoolers and adults. Invaluable on the importance of activism, using your voice and the sacrifice people make to change the world. I can't wait to read more from this author!
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Penny Peters
5.0 out of 5 stars Remarkable Book
Reviewed in the United States on September 10, 2021
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This is a remarkable book about Ida B Wells. It's format looks a little simplistic on the surface, but the content is richly layered. It brings in history adjacent at the time of her writing and writing of her contemporaries. I highly recommend this to everyone from young adults upward. It is well written and accessible.
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Jacqueline Jones
5.0 out of 5 stars Inside the mind of a Civil Rights champion!
Reviewed in the United States on October 6, 2023
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This book inspired me to care more and to take action. Mrs. Wells Barnett was a fierce advocate for humanity.
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Meltonia
5.0 out of 5 stars Educational, Insightful, well written
Reviewed in the United States on June 23, 2021
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During my youth, I'd never heard of Ida B Wells. This extraordinary woman was left out of the history books. I am grateful to Michelle Duster for this insightful book giving us a intimate view into the life of her courageous great grandmother. A good read.
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Eddie Hutchinson
3.0 out of 5 stars The Extraordinary Life and Legacy of Ida B. Wells
Reviewed in the United States on July 17, 2021
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I hate to give it the ill-defined 3.5 stars but I feel that I must. As a tribute to Ida B. Wells-Barnett, I read this book around the time of her birthdate, July 16th. I could recommend the same for you next year as you probably could read this book in a day or so. However, this is by no means a complete biographical account of the life of Ida B. Wells-Barnett. This book gives just a peek into her life and attempts to convey comparisons between her vigilant acts for justice and modern day activism, in its many forms:

“...her tactic of truth-telling as a weapon to challenge unequal systems and structures has impacted our country for decades since. Countless activists, organizers, journalists, and public officials have drawn inspiration from her life and the work she did to push the country toward a freedom that many people have never known.” (p.67)

And with that, in this book, you’ll see references to Colin Kaepernick, Muhammand Ali, Jesse Jackson, Kamala Harris, Maxine Waters, Stacey Abrams, and others… Towards the end, with paged-sized photos and colorful art/illustrations, it took on more of a picture-book feel with pages turning over at a faster rate.

I do appreciate Michelle Duster’s work. She is the great-granddaughter of Mrs. Wells-Barnett and Ida B. the Queen will continue to support her legacy and her crusade for equality and justice. Like me, you’ll draw on the inspiration from reading this book and look forward to reading a fuller narrative of her extraordinary life.
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Megan Naia
4.0 out of 5 stars Impactful, Quick Read
Reviewed in the United States on January 3, 2024
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A very quick read to learn about a remarkable woman of color who truly made a difference and the legacy she leaves for all women that I never learned in my history classes and wish I had. It was a very fascinating and hopeful legacy despite monumental obstacles.
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Peter Copeland
5.0 out of 5 stars Easy and Inspiring Introduction to a Legendary Journalist and Activist
Reviewed in the United States on February 3, 2021
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Snapshots from the life of Ida B. Wells and her relationship to the ongoing fight for equal rights. The author puts Wells in the context of the civil rights struggle from the end of slavery to today, showing the courage and skill of Black women in journalism, politics and activism. Interesting take on Wells as investigative journalist and what now is called data reporting - a century before the Internet. If you enjoy this book, check out Crusade for Justice: The Autobiography of Ida B. Wells, edited by her daughter, the late Alfreda Duster (grandmother of Michelle Duster). The Duster women across the generations have lived the motto of “Lifting as We Climb.”
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