One of Americais most important women, Harriet Tubman was a former slave who led a heroic struggle more bravely and more successfully than any other to liberate African-Americans from slavery.
This book will become a landmark resource for scholars, historians, and general readers interested in slavery, the Underground Railroad, the Civil War, and African American women.
"At last Harriet Tubman...has received the stunning and major biography that she has so long deserved...absolutely thrilling..." (Gail Buckley, author of American Patriots). "...in this lively biography.
Born a slave in Maryland, Harriet Tubman knew first-hand what it meant to be someone's property; she was whipped by owners and almost killed by an overseer.
"Gail Nelson is an unobtrusive narrator who lets Harriet Tubman's deeds and personality speak for themselves. And speak they do!" - AudioFile
This former slave led hundreds of slaves to freedom through the Underground Railroad and worked her entire life to help anyone in need.
A New York Times Outstanding Book for young adult readers, this biography of the famed Underground Railroad abolitionist is a lesson in valor and justice. Born into slavery, Harriet Tubman knew the thirst for freedom.
Scenes in the Life of Harriet Tubman: By SARAH H. BRADFORD. [Special Illustrated Edition]
Examines the life of Harriet Tubman, who spent her childhood in slavery and later worked to help other slaves escape north to freedom through the Underground Railroad.
See how Harriet Tubman impacted humanity, shaped the world, and changed the course of history.
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