Description

This 2026 book studies the people and activity that produced the Kansas Supreme Court decision that resulted in the integration of South Park Elementary in suburban Kansas City in 1949, five years before the Brown v. Topeka landmark decision. Effectively told, carefully documented, Tom Koob and Chase Koob have written a book that finally documents the little known but important story of these Kansas residents’ courageous work and ultimate victory. Black parents and teachers led the effort assisted by Esther Brown, a white Jewish activist, and the national and state NAACP. 34 photos enhance this story.

ISBN 978-1-958728475 (paper)   $24.99

ISBN 978-1-958728482 (ebook)  $14.99