Which Way Freedom?

by Joyce Hansen

On Sale: 02/01/1992

Which Way Freedom?

by Joyce Hansen

On Sale: 02/01/1992

Format:

ALA Notable Children’s Book

Coretta Scott King Honor (Author)

Notable Children's Trade Book in the Field of Social Studies (NCSS/CBC)

About the Book

In this classic Coretta Scott King Honor Book, a young enslaved man makes a daring run for freedom, then battles to free his people. 

"Authenticity rings throughout this outstanding novel depicting events and places in rural South Carolina in the 1860s and representing the diversity of persons, experiences, and opinions during the Civil War. The double-edged title refers to trust and decisions as well as to the escapes of African Americans from bondage. This historical novel accurately documents the military participation of blacks in the Civil War." (Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books)

Obi had never forgotten the sounds of his mother's screams on the day he was sold away from her. Making plans to run away to find her was a secret game he played with his friend Buka, an old African who lived at the edge of the farm.

When the Civil War began, Obi knew it was time to run—or be sold again. If he was caught, he'd be killed...or worse. But if he stayed, he might never know freedom.

This classic historical fiction for ages 9 to 12 is a strong choice for sharing in the classroom or at home, especially for students studying topics including the Civil War, African American participation in the war, and the history of slavery in the United States.

Critical Praise

"A sensitive, thought-provoking novel." — School Library Journal

"A stirring adventure!" — Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA)

"A strong historical novel" — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books

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Product Details

  • ISBN: 9780380714087
  • ISBN 10: 0380714086
  • Imprint: HarperCollins
  • On Sale: 02/01/1992
  • Pages: 128
  • List Price:8.50 CAD
  • Ages: 8 to 12
  • BISAC1 : JUVENILE FICTION / Social Themes / Prejudice & Racism
  • BISAC2 : JUVENILE FICTION / Historical / United States / Civil War Period (1850-1877)
  • BISAC3 : JUVENILE FICTION / People & Places / United States / African American

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