Growing Up in Slavery: Stories of Young Slaves as Told By Themselves

Ed. by Yuval Taylor. illus. Lawrence Hill, 2005. $22.95.

About

An intense collection of ten American slave narratives. This collection is sobering and brutal, but it also speaks to the triumph of the spirit and the determination to be free. These historical collection of primary source narratives are well executed by Taylor with an informative introduction and valuable further reading recommendations.

Details

ISBN:

1-55652-548-6

Awards Won

Title Year
Best Books for Young Adults 2006 - Selection(s)