Kitson Jazynka DK Life Stories Harriet Tubman Hardback Book

Discover the inspiring story of Harriet Tubman, a fearless activist and abolitionist who helped guide many slaves to freedom, in this fascinating kids biography. Born into slavery in the 1820s, Harriet Tubman would later run away and later help scores of other African American slaves escape to freedom in the North using the "Underground Railroad". A nurse, scout, and advisor during the American Civil War, Harriet coled the Combahee River Raid, in which 700 slaves were liberated. After the war, Harriet became involved in womens suffrage, or the right to vote, and opened a retirement home for sick and elderly African Americans. In this biography book for 811 year olds, learn all about Harriet Tubmans fascinating life, the hardships she endured, and how this American icon of strength continues to inspire so many people today. This popular biography series from DK goes beyond the basic facts to tell the true life stories of historys most interesting and inspiring people. Fullcolour photographs and handdrawn illustrations complement ageappropriate, narrative text to create an engaging book children will enjoy reading and a series theyll want to collect. | Kitson Jazynka DK Life Stories Harriet Tubman Hardback Book