Root and Branch: Charles Hamilton Houston, Thurgood Marshall, and the Struggle to End Segregation

"Root and Branch: Charles Hamilton Houston, Thurgood Marshall, and the Struggle to End Segregation" is a compelling narrative that chronicles the pivotal roles played by Charles Hamilton Houston and Thurgood Marshall in the fight against racial segregation in America. Published on January 22, 2013, this book takes the reader on a journey through the decades leading up to the landmark U.S. Supreme Court decision in Brown v. Board of Education. It highlights how Houston, a visionary educator and lawyer, transformed Howard University’s law school to become a cradle of civil rights advocacy and how he, alongside his protege Marshall, strategically dismantled the Jim Crow laws. Through dangerous and challenging times, this duo's partnership not only revolutionized the legal landscape but also laid a durable foundation for racial justice. Ideal for middle-school readers, this book not only educates about historical battles against racial oppression but also inspires a new generation to understand and value the principles of justice and equality.