Because Claudette by Tracey Baptiste

Because Claudette

Pioneering Youth Activist Claudette Colvin

Written byTracey Baptiste
Length0h06m
Release dateFebruary 1, 2022
Languageenglish
★★★★★ 5.0 (1,051 ratings)

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AuthorTracey Baptiste
NarratorJoniece Abbott-Pratt
Runtime0h06m
PublishedFebruary 1, 2022
Rating★★★★★ 5.0 / 5 (1,051 ratings)
CategoriesChildren's Audiobooks, Biographies, Social Activists, History, North America, Literature & Fiction, Multicultural Stories, Black & African American
FormatAudiobook (Digital)
PlatformAudible

About This Audiobook

Dive into the inspiring story of Claudette Colvin, a fearless teenager who played a pivotal role in the civil rights movement, brought to life with vivid narration by Joniece Abbott-Pratt. This audiobook not only chronicles Colvin’s courageous defiance on a Montgomery bus but also highlights the collective power of activism. Through Abbott-Pratt's impassioned delivery and dynamic pacing, listeners will feel transported into a pivotal moment in American history.

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  • Expert narration by Joniece Abbott-Pratt brings every character and scene to life across 0h06m of immersive audio.
  • Bestseller-quality story from Tracey Baptiste, rated 5.0 stars by 1,051 listeners.
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Editor's Review ★★★★★

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Joniece Abbott-Pratt's narration is nothing short of exceptional, infusing Claudette Colvin’s narrative with both reverence and urgency. Her deep, resonant voice captures the gravity of Colvin’s actions while maintaining an engaging pace that keeps the listener hooked. The story’s key moments, such as Colvin’s arrest and the subsequent bus boycott, are rendered with a mix of poignancy and excitement. However, there are some pacing issues where detailed historical context could have been more seamlessly integrated. Despite this minor critique, 'Because Claudette' remains a compelling listen that honors an important figure in American history.

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