You Must Be a Jones

ebook A Family Memoir

By Lydia Jones Cole

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<p>A story of an ideal American family to rival The Waltons...<br><br><em>You Must Be A Jones, A Family Memoir</em> is a heartwarming story of an African American family persevering during some of the country's most significant periods of change. The story highlights how Cole's parents, a committed and hardworking African American couple, created a happy and wholesome life and promising futures for their seven children despite the limitations of segregation and racism.<br><br>In this book, you'll:<br></p><ul><li>Gain a glimpse into the lives of one large black family who refused to let racism and modest means keep them from reaching their goals.<br></li><li>Learn about the impact of segregation and integration, the power of a close family and determined parents, and the magic of growing up in a place where everyone knows your name.</li><li>Discover how the author and her brothers and sisters learned the importance of never giving up.<br></li></ul><br/><br/><p><em>You Must Be A Jones</em> evokes tears, laughter, and nostalgia for families and communities that support and uplift their neighbors and friends. With an open and curious mind, readers will connect with a story not typically told of African American families.<br></p>

You Must Be a Jones