Angelique Roche First Freedom: The Story of Opal Lee and Juneteenth (Paperback) For Sale

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Title: First Freedom: The Story of Opal Lee and Juneteenth
Condition: New
Author: Angelique Roche
Publisher: Oni Press,US
Illustrator: Alvin Epps, Millicent Monroe, Bex Glendining
Contributor: Alvin Epps (Illustrated by), Millicent Monroe (Illustrated by), Bex Glendining (Illustrated by)
Format: Paperback
ISBN-10: 1637157770
EAN: 9781637157770
ISBN: 9781637157770
Genre: Graphic Novels
Topic: Manga, Biography
Release Date: 02/10/2026
Description: The incredible journey of activist Opal Lee—known as the Grandmother of Juneteenth—is brought to life in this biographical graphic novel that not only explores Opal’s remarkable path, but the history of the holiday of Juneteenth itself.

From the 1860s to Ms. Opal’s childhood home, from her years as a teacher to the White House, The First Freedom: The Story of Opal Lee and Juneteenth seeks to give readers an insight into the history behind one of the central figures in the creation of America’s newest federal holiday, Juneteenth.

Born in 1926, Opal Lee grew up in a racially divided America and dedicated her life to overcoming the obstacles presented therein. A lifelong educator, Ms. Opal has been a community activist all her life, and would take on the movement to celebrate and commemorate Juneteenth not just as a holiday, but as a symbol of comprehensive freedom for all people.

Ms. Opal’s life personifies the fight for everyday freedom that leads to lasting change. As the Grandmother of Juneteenth says, “There is so much more to do.”

Written by acclaimed journalist, producer, and author Angélique Roché (My Super Hero is Black) and drawn by a trio of talented artists—including Alvin Epps (I Survived Hurricane Katrina, 2005: A Graphic Novel), Bex Glendining (the upcoming Indigo Port), and rising star Millicent Monroe—The First Freedom: The Story of Opal Lee and Juneteenth promises to illuminate the life of a singular woman and the history of a momentous holiday, with additional back matter providing more insights into Juneteenth’s history and the making of this graphic novel tribute.
Language: English
Country/Region of Manufacture: US
Item Height: 229mm
Item Length: 152mm
Item Width: 13mm
Item Weight: 451g
Series: First Freedom: The Story of Opal Lee and Juneteenth
Release Year: 2026

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