Summaries of 1 book by Mildred. D. Taylor, available in English. Read AI-generated key ideas and takeaways, or generate your own.
1 Summary“Roll of thunder, hear my cry, over the water, by and by.”This line is the title of the book and is part of a spiritual song that appears in the novel, symbolizing the hope and struggle of the Black community.
“You have to know who you are, and what you stand for.”A lesson from Cassie's father, David Logan, as he teaches his children about pride and self-respect in the face of racism.
“There is no shame in being poor, but there is shame in being poor and not fighting to better yourself.”A statement made by Cassie's mother, Mary Logan, emphasizing the importance of striving for improvement despite poverty.
“We are a family of strong people, and we will not let them break us.”A declaration by Cassie's grandmother, Big Ma, reflecting the family's resilience against oppression.