PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
by Carla Simone Kirvin (Foreword by), Johnnie F. Kirvin (Author)
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.
Number of Pages: 218
Dimensions: 0.5 x 8 x 5.25 IN
Publication Date: January 12, 2010
