Wings of Youth (Classic Reprint)

By Nancy Buckley

Book Overview

Wings of Youth is a captivating and inspiring book written by Nancy Buckley. It is a memoir that chronicles the author's experiences as a young woman in the 1960s and 1970s, during a time of great social and political upheaval in America. The book is a powerful testament to the strength and resilience of the human spirit, as well as a celebration of the transformative power of education and self-discovery.Through a series of vivid and poignant vignettes, Buckley takes readers on a journey through her formative years, from her childhood in a small town in upstate New York to her time as a college student and young professional in New York City. Along the way, she grapples with a range of personal and societal challenges, including sexism, racism, and the Vietnam War.Despite these obstacles, Buckley remains determined to pursue her dreams and make a difference in the world. She becomes involved in the civil rights and anti-war movements, and eventually finds her calling as a teacher and mentor to young people. Through her work, she is able to inspire and empower a new generation of leaders, helping to shape the future of America.Overall, Wings of Youth is a beautifully written and deeply moving memoir that offers a unique perspective on a pivotal moment in American history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in social justice, education, and the power of the human spirit to overcome adversity.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163753009
• ISBN13: 9781163753002
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 72 Pages
• Weight: 0.24 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"