Sojourner Truth: Antislavery Activist (Black Americans of Achievement (Hardcover)) - Hardcover

Krass, Peter; Wagner, Dr Heather Lehr

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0791081656 ISBN 13: 9780791081655

Publisher: Chelsea House Publications, 2004

Synopsis

- Each book focuses on the contribution made by the figure and his or her influence on later generations - In Their Own Words boxes feature quotes from the subject - Did you Know? boxes highlight short pieces of little-known information about the person - The final chapter in each book delves into the legacy of the leader's thoughts and deeds for the new generations of Black Americans

About this title

About the Author:

PETER KRASS is a freelance writer and the author of several other historical and biographical works, including "Blood and Whiskey: The Life and Times of Jack Daniel and Carnegie," which was selected by Library Journal as one of the best biography/business books of 2002. For more information about Peter Krass and his books, visit www.petekrass.com.

Review:

"The Black Americans of Achievement series is such a welcome addition to the body of works on Black American history. Here is a series with extensive illustrations and intelligent writing that makes history fun for young readers."

About this edition

• Publisher: Chelsea House Publications
• Publication date: 2004
• ISBN 10: 0791081656
• ISBN 13: 9780791081655
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 96