Racism and discrimination were the barriers that society placed on Julius Lester. He overcame these barriers through literature and education.
Julius Lester was a black boy and his life was limited and threatened by exacerbated racism, especially during racial segregation. However, he found in literature and education the strength he needed to face these problems and not let himself be fought by them.
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