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Maritcha: A Nineteenth-Century American Girl

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4 out of 5
Based on 47 Ratings and 15 Reviews

Book Description
A much-needed window into a little-documented time in black history

Based on an actual memoir written by Maritcha R�mond Lyons, who was born and raised in New York City, this poignant story tells what it was like to be a black child born free during the days of slavery. Everyday experiences are interspersed with high-point moments, such as visiting the U.S.'s first world's fair. Also includ... More
Book Information
PublisherHarry N. Abrams, Inc.
BindingHardcover (3 editions)
Reading LevelAges 4-8
# of Pages48
ISBN-100810950456
ISBN-13978-0810950450
Publication Date02/01/2005
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About Tonya Bolden (Author) : Tonya Bolden is a published adapter, author, and an editor of children's books and young adult books. Some of the published credits of Tonya Bolden include Say a Little Prayer, George Washington Carve... more
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