Maggie's American Dream is divided into two sections: James Comer's autobiography and Comer's mother's history. Of the two, I think most will agree the section on his mother is much more dramatic and interesting.
Maggie was born in Mississippi in 1904. Her family life was one of poverty and segregation. Maggie's father died when she was fairly young. Her stepfather wasn't a very good role model. When he settled into another city for work, he only sent one ticket for Maggie's mother and none for the kids. He worked a little here and there, constantly moving the family. Her stepfather became very upset with Maggie's desire to learn. She had to sneak behind the family's back to learn to read.
Maggie told herself that she was going to make sure that all of her kids would get a proper education. That dream was accomplished with all of her five kids. They all went to college.
Maggie's American Dream is a very inspiring book about enduring hardships and becoming a stronger family. The book is located in the biography section under the call number 973.0496 COM.
c Waterloo Public Library 2008
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