Seven Miles to Freedom: The Robert Smalls Story
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Book Description
Robert Smalls stood at the Planter's wheel. Only seven miles of water lay between the ship and the Union blockade. For Robert, his family, and his crewmates, reaching the blockade would mean a chance at freedom.
Growing up a slave in South Carolina, Robert Smalls had always dreamed of the moment freedom would be within his grasp. Now it was here, and all the lives aboard the Planter were in Rob... More
Book Information
Publisher | Lee & Low Books |
Binding | Hardcover (4 editions) |
Reading Level | Ages 4-8 |
# of Pages | 40 |
ISBN-10 | 1600602320 |
ISBN-13 | 978-1600602320 |
Publication Date | 04/30/2008 |
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About Duane Smith (Illustrator) : Duane Smith is a published author and an illustrator of children's books. Published credits of Duane Smith include Seven Miles to Freedom: The Robert Smalls Story, Mamas Window, The Legend of the Gold... more
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4/4/2009 Karen Lemmons said: Robert Smalls' story is an impressive one, and certainly one that demands to be told. Janet Halfmann researched his story and integrated the research into the story to make it a fascinating read. Duane Smith's colorful illustrations support the text and enhances the story.
tags: Duane Smith, Janet Halfmann, Robert Smalls, African American
tags: Duane Smith, Janet Halfmann, Robert Smalls, African American
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