Former Educator Releases Book On Life Of Unsung Leader

  • Tuesday, December 2, 2014

The Bessie Smith Cultural Center announced the arrival of the new book, Summary of Life of Walter Caldwell Robinson, published by Xlibris, by local author Malcolm J. Walker.  Mr. Walker chronicles the life of Walter Robinson, a black leader who experienced success as he dedicated his life to improving his fate and the lives of his fellow men. 

Review for Summary of Life of Walter Caldwell Robinson:

Beginning in the 1920s, readers follow the life of Walter Robinson as he starts to progress as a leader. His actions eased the strife for first class citizenship for black through exercising the right to vote in an organized manner. It reveals how he organized a voting block that could determine winners in local elections. Even though Chattanooga was strictly a segregated city, he commanded the respect from white elected officials as he worked as a leader of blacks from his office at City Hall. This biography portrays Walter Robinsons’ life as a successful businessman, an outstanding orator, an astute politician and a powerful leader. 

Meet the author, Malcolm J. Walker, at his reading and book signing on Thursday, Dec. 18, at 5:30  p.m. at the Bessie Smith Cultural Center. More information about Walter Caldwell Robinson and the author can be found at www.malcolmjwalkerwrites.com

The  book  will be available the night of the signing at the Bessie Smith Cultural Center (200 E. ML King Blvd) and is available online now.

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