Erma Henderson

Down Through the Years: the Memoirs of Detroit City Council President Emeritus Erma Henderson

Down Through the Years is aninspirational presentation of the personal experiences of three-term CouncilPresident Emeritus of the City of Detroit, Erma Henderson.¿ Erma's life of spiritualdevelopment, social action, and political achievement from her modestbeginnings in Detroit's "Black Bottom" neighborhood, is a powerfuldemonstration that any person has the potential to succeed and benefit theworld.¿ Her genuine warmth and sincerityhas earned her the title of "Mother Henderson" to so many citizens of Detroitand the world. This is an important book for our time.¿ It is a reflection of what America has comethrough.¿ It is an inspiration to readersof all races in America, and to men and women.¿It is a door to the past for today's youth, to guide them on how to seeproblems, and to empower everyone to take charge of their own life.¿ It puts forth a vision for the future, avision manifested by this woman who has lived through many experiences, whoknows where we, as Detroiters and as Americans, have come from, and where wecan go. But most importantly, it is the story of the remarkable lifeof an amazing woman.