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Friend on Freedom River Hardcover - 2005

by Gloria Whelan; Gijsbert Van Frankenhuyzen (Illustrator)


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In 1850 the Detroit River was a major track along the Underground Railroad -- the last step to freedom. The journey across the river was dangerous, especially in winter and especially for a 12-year-old boy. When Louis's father left him in charge of the farm he offered his son this advice, "If you don't know what to do, just do what you think I would have done." Louis relies upon his father's words of wisdom when a runaway slave and her two children come looking for safe passage. In the second title in our Tales of Young Americans series Gloria Whelan -- author of National Book Award winning Homeless Bird -- beautifully creates a suspenseful coming-of-age story while illuminating a difficult time in America's past. Ms. Whelan's narrative again shows the human spirit will forever shine brightly in dark times. Freedom River - part of our Young Americans series - will quickly become a favorite for its important message and look at history from a youngster's eye. Artist Gijsbert van Frankenhuyzen - a Sleeping Bear Press favorite - treats the material as only he can. Each illustrated page demonstrates the same mastery and devotion to his craft as the young heroes he brings to life.

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Louis watched the last of the mallard ducks lift off.

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  • Title Friend on Freedom River
  • Author Gloria Whelan; Gijsbert Van Frankenhuyzen (Illustrator)
  • Binding Hardcover
  • Edition First Edition
  • Pages 1
  • Volumes 1
  • Language ENG
  • Publisher Sleeping Bear Press, Farmington Hills, Michigan, U.S.A.
  • Date January 1, 2005
  • Illustrated Yes
  • ISBN 9781585362226 / 1585362220
  • Weight 1.1 lbs (0.50 kg)
  • Dimensions 11.46 x 9.36 x 0.43 in (29.11 x 23.77 x 1.09 cm)
  • Ages 06 to 09 years
  • Grade levels 1 - 4
  • Reading level 630
  • Library of Congress subjects Fugitive slaves, African Americans
  • Library of Congress Catalog Number 2004025981
  • Dewey Decimal Code FIC
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