Genres
Lexile
L
Publication
Hyperion Book CH (2006), Edition: First Edition, 48 pages
Description
Describes Tubman's spiritual journey as she hears the voice of God guiding her north to freedom on that very first trip to escape the brutal practice of forced servitude. Tubman would make nineteen subsequent trips back south, never being caught, but none as profound as this first one.
Subjects
Awards
Caldecott Medal (Honor Book — 2007)
BCCB Blue Ribbon Book (2006)
Coretta Scott King Award (Winner — 2007)
Notable Children's Book (2007)
Teacher Favorites Award (2007)
Language
Original language
English
Original publication date
2006
Pages
48
Physical description
48 p.; 11.75 inches
ISBN
0786851759 / 9780786851751
DDC/MDS
| 973.7115092 |
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