This inspiring book chronicles the biographies of men and women who have acted heroically without using violence. A remarkable volume in both text and illustration, Peaceful Heroes will soon become a favorite on every school and library bookshelf. The entire family can read and discuss it together; teachers will find it great for discussion starters and research. The figures profiled are Jesus, Gandhi, Martin Luther King, Sojourner Truth, Clara Barton and nine others. The introduction traces the word “hero” from its historical meaning to today's usage, and challenges readers to develop their own list of peaceful heroes.
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