Test Ride on the Sunnyland Bus

Discover the powerful narrative of Test Ride on the Sunnyland Bus by Ana Maria Spagna, published by Bison Original in 2010. This compelling book spans 277 pages and tells the inspiring story of Joseph Spagna and five other courageous men who, in 1957, embarked on a pivotal journey aboard the Sunnyland bus. Their mission was bold: to ride together as three blacks and three whites, deliberately facing arrest to challenge segregation and ultimately take their case to the US Supreme Court.

Set against the backdrop of the civil rights movement, this book sheds light on a lesser-known yet significant chapter in American history. Test Ride on the Sunnyland Bus not only chronicles the personal struggles of an American family but also highlights the broader issues of race relations and civil rights in 20th-century Florida. Join Ana Maria Spagna in exploring this important historical event that continues to resonate today.