Hey boy! Hey George! The Pullman Porter: A Pullman Porter's story

by Kirvin, Carla Simone
ISBN: 9781439262313
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Overview

A powerful journey of a black man's dreams and dilemmas, fears and perseverance. Cerebral and racy, historical and reflective, "Hey boy Hey George " The Pullman Porter chronicles Kirvin's experience as a Pullman porter during WWII. Some viewed Pullman porters as prestigious breadwinners, while others viewed them as glorified servants, but what was it really like to deliver a standard of excellence while trying to survive and earn a living under Jim Crow segregation laws? Experience Kirvin's challenges firsthand, then decide for yourself.
  • Format: Trade Paperback
  • Author: Kirvin, Carla Simone
  • ISBN: 9781439262313
  • Condition: New
  • Dimensions: 8.00 x 0.50
  • Number Of Pages: 218
  • Publication Year: 2010
Language: English