From America’s favorite government teacher, a heartfelt, inspiring portrait of twelve ordinary Americans whose courage formed the character of our country. In The Small and the Mighty , Sharon McMahon proves that the most remarkable Americans are often ordinary people who didn’t make it into the textbooks. Not the presidents, but the telephone operators.

Not the aristocrats, but the schoolteachers. Through meticulous research, she discovers history’s unsung characters and brings their rich, riveting stories to light for the first time. You’ll meet a woman astride a white horse riding down Pennsylvania Ave, a young boy detained at a Japanese incarceration camp, a formerly enslaved woman on a mission to reunite with her daughter, a poet on a train, and a teacher who learns to work with her enemies.

More than one thing is bombed, and multiple people surprisingly become rich. Some rich with money, and some wealthy with things that matter more. This is a book about what really made America – and Americans – great.

McMahon’s cast of improbable champions will become familiar friends, lighting the path we journey in our quest to make the world more just, peaceful, good, and free.

Journey through the overlooked corridors of history with "The Small and the Mighty," a captivating exploration of twelve unsung Americans whose extraordinary contributions have shaped the nation. From the founding of the United States to the transformative civil rights movement, these individuals may not fill the pages of history textbooks, yet their impactful legacies resonate with stunning clarity. As we delve into their lives, we uncover tales of courage, resilience, and an unyielding belief in the power of change, illuminating the broader stories of struggle and triumph at the heart of America’s evolution.

This book redefines the notion of heroism, reminding us that sometimes the smallest voices carry the mightiest force for change.

Learn about lesser-known individuals whose contributions played a crucial role in America's history. These stories reveal the powerful impact of individual actions on societal change. The book highlights historical narratives often overlooked in mainstream history.

Immerse yourself in the narratives of "The Small and the Mighty where history\'s unsung heroes quietly altered the course of American evolution. This book takes readers beyond the familiar tales of prominent figures showcasing the courage and determination of twelve individuals who despite their anonymity played pivotal roles in foundational moments of history.

From the earliest days of American independence to the crucial struggles of the civil rights era these stories weave together a tapestry of personal bravery and unwavering conviction Each chapter delves into the personal motivations and societal impacts of figures whose actions whether in prominent cities or overlooked rural areas echo through the ages.