1866-1955

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1866-1955

Matthew Henson

Chronicles the life and career of African American explorer Matthew Henson, discussing his early life, challenges and accomplishments.

Onward

a photobiography of African-American polar explorer Matthew Henson
Presents the story of the expedition to the North Pole by explorers Robert Peary and African-American Matthew Henson, focusing on the contributions made by Henson.
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Arctic explorer

the story of Matthew Henson
A biography of African-American explorer Matthew Henson, discussing his work as assistant to Robert E. Peary, and his role in Peary's attempts to reach the North Pole.

Kumi & Chanti tell the story of Matthew Henson

Two African children following their mission of exploring African-American history record the story of Matthew Henson, one of the first two explorers to reach the North Pole.
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Keep on!

the story of Matthew Henson, co-discoverer of the North Pole
An illustrated story of Matthew Henson who, along with Robert Peary and four Inuit men, reached the North Pole in April 1909.
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Amazing arctic explorer Matthew Henson

Looks at the life and accomplishments of Matthew Henson, an Arctic explorer who became the first African-American to reach the North Pole in 1909 as part of Robert Peary's expedition.

Arctic explorer

the story of Matthew Henson
1991
A biography of the Black explorer who discovered the North Pole.

First man

reimagining Matthew Henson
2015
"In this graphic novel, Simon Schwartz weaves biography and fiction together to explore the life of Arctic adventurer Matthew Henson. Moving between different time periods and incorporating Inuit mythology, Schwartz offers a fresh perspective on the many challenges Henson confronted during his life"--Dust jacket.

Glory and honor

1998
Tells the story of two American explorers, one white and one black, and what happens to each after their return from the North Pole.

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