antislavery movements

Offers an account, in graphic novel format, of slavery in the United States and the Underground Railroad. Includes a history of slave laws, a time line, a map, and a glossary.

An introduction to the life of Frederick Douglas that discusses his childhood, escape from slavery, and fight against slavery.

Chronicles the parallel lives of Frederick Douglass and Abraham Lincoln, and how, through their differences they helped to change the course of the nation.

"A simple biography about Frederick Douglass, Jr. for early readers"--Provided by publisher.

Presents a comprehensive study of the Underground Railroad and explores the hiding places and way stations, the various escape routes, and those who assisted in helping the slaves including Native American Indians and Quakers.

A biography of the man who, after escaping slavery, became an orator, writer, and leader in the anti-slavery movement in the nineteenth century.

Examines important accomplishments and events in the history of African-Americans with a focus on the American Civil War and Reconstruction. Includes short biographies of notable men and women, a glossary, a list of related Internet sites, and other resources.

Describes the 1839 revolt led by Joseph Cinque aboard the illegal slave ship "Amistad" and the subsequent controversial trial in the U.S. that decided whether illegally captured slaves were free.

An anthology of more than forty primary documents from the antislavery and abolitionist movements of the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, including speeches, lectures, and essays.

Presents a selection of short works by African-American leader Frederick Douglass, including speeches, letters, articles, and editorials.