Elizabeth's Song Sociology Thick “transforms narrative moments into

Thick “transforms narrative moments into analyses of whiteness

Inspired by formerly imprisoned human rights activist Loujain AlHathloul

a catalyst of the Civil Rights Movement

Age Range:  6 - 8

Elizabeth's Song Sociology Thick “transforms narrative moments intoHistorical fiction based on the young life of Elizabeth "Libba" Cotten, the noted African American folksinger, who wrote the famous song "Freight Train" when she was just eleven years old. Elizabeth's Song is the true life story of Elizabeth (Libba) Cotten, the noted African American folksinger, guitarist, and songwriter. Against all odds, young Elizabeth teaches herself to play guitar left handed on a borrowed instrument. Eventually, she earns enough