Bibliograph

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 Ameziane

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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 Ameziane

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

no index present

Literary Form

novels

Main title

Big Black - stand at Attica

Nature of contents

bibliographycomics graphic novels

Oclc number

1140136392

Responsibility statement

written by Frank "Big Black" Smith, Jared Reinmuth ; illustrated by Ameziane

Sub title

four days in 1971 changed the course of American history

Summary

In the summer of 1971, the 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 on the powerless. But when the guards at Attica overreact to a minor incident, the prisoners decide they've had enough - and revolt against their jailers, taking them 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

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Stand at Attica

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