Thea Bowman
A Story of Triumph
Thea Bowman: A Story of Triumph is a complete biography of Thea Bowman, FSPA, an African American scholar, educator, and social justice leader from Canton, MS. Her self-determination as a child and teen helped her to triumph over obstacles to education, such as leaving home to finish high school, severe illness, and racial prejudice. She achieved her dream of becoming a teacher and used her singing to reach out to others. Chapters include quotes from Thea, lyrics to songs she sang, and photos.