All Rise: Resistance and Rebellion in South Africa 1910-1948 cover

All Rise: Resistance and Rebellion in South Africa 1910-1948

Author: Conyngham, Richard

Reading Metrics

Grade Level Upper Grades (UG 9-12)
Book Level 6.6
Points 3.0
Fiction/Nonfiction Nonfiction
Word Count 20692
Points per Word 0.000145
Page Count 248
Points per Page 0.012097

Description

This book presents an anthology in graphic novel format, celebrating pivotal human rights court cases in South Africa's pre-apartheid years and the heroes who sacrificed to ensure a better future for all. Book includes violence, racism and suicide.

Quick Summary

Imagine stepping into a graphic novel where real heroes fought against injustice in South Africa long before the world knew about apartheid. This book is packed with courtroom drama, brave rebels, and stories of ordinary people standing up to powerful forces, all told in action-packed artwork that makes history feel like a thrilling adventure. If your kid likes the History Comics series or graphic novels about real-life heroes, they'll devour this. Perfect for ages 13 and up in grades 9 through 12 who love history, graphic novels, or stories about brave people changing the world.