Who Was Harvey Milk?

Hardback

Main Details

Title Who Was Harvey Milk?
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Corinne A. Grinapol
By (author) Who HQ
Illustrated by Gregory Copeland
SeriesWho Was?
Physical Properties
Format:Hardback
Pages:112
Dimensions(mm): Height 200,Width 146
Category/GenreTravel and holiday guides
ISBN/Barcode 9781524792794
ClassificationsDewey:979.461053092
Audience
Children / Juvenile

Publishing Details

Publisher Penguin Putnam Inc
Imprint Penguin Workshop
Publication Date 19 May 2020
Publication Country United States

Description

Learn about one of the most influential leaders in the fight for gay rights. Learn about one of the most influential leaders in the fight for gay rights. Although he started out as a teacher without aspirations to be an activist or politician, Harvey Milk found himself captivated by the history-making movements of the 1960s. He would eventually make history of his own by becoming the first openly gay elected politician in California. While in office, Harvey Milk advocated for equal rights for the gay community. Even though Harvey's life and career were cut short, he is still seen by many as one of the most significant and influential LGBTQ+ officials ever elected in the United States. His life and legacy continue to inspire and unite the community.

Author Biography

Corrine Grinapol is an author, and this is her first Who HQ book. She lives in Brooklyn, New York.