abolitionists

Tells the life story of Sojourner Truth, describing her years as a slave, her arrival at freedom, her fight to gain custody of her sold son, and her work in the battles for equal rights for African-Americans and women in the U.S.

A biography of African American abolitionist, Frederick Douglass.

Colorful illustrations and captivating text introduce motivational figures readers may not be familiar with, and provide deeper insight on many they likely already know about.

"A biography of Frederick Douglass covering his origins as a slave and journey to becoming an abolitionist leader"--Provided by publisher.

"After enduring years as a slave, Frederick Douglass escaped to freedom as a young man and made it his mission to work toward emancipation for all. He became a renowned orator, an inspiring writer, and above all, a champion for equal rights. This book will present his life story, full ofchallenges and successes, and the legacy that has lived on long after he died"--Provided by publisher.

"How much do you know about Sojourner Truth? Find out the facts you need to know about this women's rights activist. You'll learn about the early life, challenges, and major accomplishments of this important American"--Provided by publisher.

Traces the origins of slavery in places around the world, and discusses the development of the transatlantic slave trade, slavery in the Americas, the legacy of slavery in Africa and the United States, and the modern practice of slavery.

A picture book biography that looks at the life African-American abolitionist, conductor on the Underground Railroad, writer, historian and civil rights activist William Still.

"Narrates the . . . struggle over slavery as embodied by John Brown and Abraham Lincoln"--Amazon.com.

"The dispute over slavery began before the founding of the United States. Abolitionists saw the ownership of one human being by another as an intolerable evil. Slave owners believed it was essential to their economy and way of life. The struggle between the two shaped the growth and government of the nation. This . . . title shares the views of key figures in their own words. Readers will learn about the many forms the debate took, from bestselling books to bloody battles. Interesting fact boxes and historical images bring the issues to life for readers"--Provided by publisher.