The Life of Anne Moody: A Timeline (1940-2015)
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This paper presents a timeline of the life history of civil rights pioneer Anne Moody, who wrote the classic, Coming of Age in Mississippi. She was born in 1940 near Centreville, Miss., and she died in 2015 in Gloster, Miss. Surprisingly, little is known about her life beyond the publication of her book in 1968.
Her book chronicles her life as a poor black girl growing up under harsh conditions during segregation in Mississippi. In vivid and sometimes heartbreaking details, she gives a riveting account of her personal experiences at a time when black people could be lynched for speaking their minds. Her writing is raw and graphic. She gives a shocking and gritty look at Mississippi’s history. She writes of her struggle for civil rights and her prominent role in the movement. She also shares the stories of others who made sacrifices for freedom and justice.
This paper provides key moments and important dates in Moody’s life history. It offers an overview of her life -- and events related to her story -- from 1940 to the present. The timeline will be updated periodically as new information becomes available.
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Author’s Note:
Questions about the Anne Moody History Project may be directed to Roscoe Barnes III via email at doctorbarnes3@gmail.com or roscoebarnes3@yahoo.com For updates on Anne Moody history and the on-going work of this community service project, please follow AMHP on Twitter (@AnneMoodyHP). Ideas and suggestions are also welcomed.
