A wonderfully atmospheric historical novel based on the story of the first African American female poet and a perfect introduction to the subject of slavery. This title is part of Walker Books’ 'New Voices' campaign which throughout 2008 is showcasing some of the brightest new storytelling talents in children’s literature.
Kidnapped from her home in Senegal and sold as a slave in 1761, a young girl is purchased by the wealthy Wheatley family in Boston. Phillis Wheatley-as she comes to be known-has an eager mind and it leads her on an unusual path for a slave-she becomes America's first published black poet. "Strong characterization and perceptive realism mark this thoughtful portrayal."-Booklist
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Kidnapped from her home in Senegal and sold as a slave in 1761, a young girl is purchased by the wealthy Wheatley family in Boston. Phillis Wheatley-as she comes to be known-has an eager mind and it leads her on an unusual path for a slave-she becomes America's first published black poet.
Hang a Thousand Trees With Ribbons features in the following genres: Young Adult Fiction, eBooks of the Month, Children’s, Teenage and Educational, Recommendations
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Hang a Thousand Trees With Ribbons was written by Ann Rinaldi and published by Clarion Books an imprint of HMH Books
Hang a Thousand Trees With Ribbons has 336 pages
Yes it is part of Great Episodes series
