One Momentous Summer, 60 Years Ago, Told In Fiction B y a Veteran Actress Who Lived It

from Now I've Heard Everything · host Bill Thompson

Her personal experience in Mississippi during Freedom Summer 1964 inspired well known actress Denise Nicholas to write a novel. In this 2005 interview she talks about her book.Get your copy of Freshwater Road by Denise NicholasAs an Amazon Associate, Now I've Heard Everything earns from qualifying purchases.You may also enjoy my interviews with John Lewis and Melba Patillo BealsFor more vintage interviews with celebrities, leaders, and influencers, subscribe to Now I've Heard Everything on Spotify, Apple Podcasts. and now on YouTube#Mississippi #1960s #civilrights #FreedomSummer

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