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by Reverend Elizabeth Bissett (Author), Anita Bissett (Compiled by)
What ever happened to the Watts babies of 1965? From a Sparrow to a Storm is an expose of the events, people, and social pressures that contributed to the Watts revolt of 1965. It is a poignant biography written with such transparency, compelling readers to see an intimate look at the untold story of the missing Watts Baby. The story is a Mothers depiction of the events that have horrific effects when cast upon her bi-racial children. It is the bond of humanity coupled with ethics that were, and still are breeched for the silent victim, the foster child. Americans who are denied justice can turn a peaceful community into one filled with an unquenchable rage. Racial oppression tied to justice and peace remains a social and economical issue that is still relevant in our inner cities today. No peace, no justice, and the two will continue to go hand in hand until the end of time in America. From a Sparrow to a Storm is an American tragedy, depicting the hostility of a revolt against a justice system that would take infant children, and imprison them. As the missing Watts Baby, a survivor of McClaren juvenile hall, and multiple foster homes, it is the circumstances within these pages that compelled me to come forward with this historic biography. The story tells of the greatest human loss, the loss of life, liberty, freedom, and family. Experiencing the depth of her tragedy and desperation, you come to see her perseverance, strength, and beauty as she slowly triumphs in faith against all odds. It is the portrayal of an American woman of color, faith, and heritage whose children are caught in the grips of the struggle for freedom in the year of 1965.
Author Biography
The Author; Reverend Elizabeth Bissett was a proud woman of Color and Mother to six bi-racial children. Her story is a complete body of work spanning three generations; a tale of ancestry from the jungles of Indonesia into the heart of Los Angeles. The Author candidly portrays the poignant true story of how her children paid the ultimate price in a racially motivated struggle for freedom. She was an educated woman and remained a habitual student all her days, having achieved three Masters Degrees in Accounting, Religion, and Theology. Elizabeth knew it was imperative to make known this body of work as a gift for all future generations, and we must look at our shameful past to uncover the knowledge that was left in a pivotal time and place in history. %u201CFrom a Sparrow to a Storm%u201D has a piercing truth written so explicitly it compels the reader to reflect within. Focused on the unseen and unheard %u201CStruggle%u201D for those of Color in 1965, now perhaps for the very first time the readers can feel, experience, and understand social injustice. Reverend Elizabeth Bissett dedicated the last five years of her life to bringing this true and compelling story to light, forever imparting the gift of social consciousness to all who read the bitter sorrow held within these solemn pages.
