A Song for the Unsung: Bayard Rustin, the Man Behind the 1963 March on Washington

A Song for the Unsung is a singular, richly illustrated picture book biography that highlights the life and contributions of Bayard Rustin, a pivotal but often overlooked figure in the Civil Rights Movement. As a gay Black man, Rustin was instrumental in organizing the 1963 March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom, where a quarter of a million activists gathered to demand racial and economic justice. Written by Carole Boston Weatherford and Rob Sanders, and illustrated by Byron McCray, this book offers an inspiring glimpse into the background work and challenges faced by Rustin, celebrating his significant role in advancing civil rights.