Jane Roland Martin helps us see the transformational power of education. She skillfully blends the rigor of a dedicated scholar, the sensitivities of a committed teacher, and the insights of a true seeker, as she reminds us that education is…a powerful creator of human lives, an encounter of enormous possibilities. Martin brings to life the joy - and pain - of personal and cultural change, leading us to a new understanding of what it means to educate.

- David Sadker and Karen Zittleman, authors of Teachers, Schools, and Society,

I highly recommend Educational Metamorphoses as a must read for all educators. The author, Jane Roland Martin, has creatively used real case-studies to help educators better understand the wonderful cultural diversity found in our classrooms.

- James Allen Johnson, professor emeritus, Northern Illinois University,

For over thirty years, Jane Roland Martin has nurtured an idea so compelling it's a wonder it has not been done before: a collection of portraits of how education transformed the lives of remarkable people. It's hard to imagine anyone else doing it this well. Her case selection is inspired, and the artistry of her portrayals gives even familiar biographies new meaning. Readers will not be able to escape looking into their own life transformation as they read this unforgettable volume.

- Steve Tozer, Professor of Policy Studies, University of Illinois at Chicago,