First published 2022
A grandfather sits with his grandchild in 1968, recounting the remarkable life of Robert F. Kennedy. He tells how Americans embraced the younger brother of President John F. Kennedy, calling him simply Bobby. The grandfather describes how Bobby became a dedicated public servant and passionate activist who fought for civil rights and social justice. He explains how Bobby brought people together across racial lines through his integrity and empathy. The story follows Bobby's own campaign for president, which ended tragically on June 5, 1968. As the grandfather continues his tale, he describes the solemn funeral train that carried Bobby from New York to Washington, DC, while mourning Americans lined the tracks. Through this intimate conversation between generations, the book reveals how one man's commitment to justice and compassion left a lasting impact on the nation.
Genres: 20th-century, biography-memoir, activism, american-history
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: found-family, historical-figures
Setting: New York, Washington DC
Period: 1968
48 pages · Hardcover · Scholastic Press