Frederick Douglass
Dana Meachen Rau
A biography of Frederick Douglass, an author who wrote a book about his life as a slave in America, and a speaker who spoke out against slavery.
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A day in the life of a colonial sailmaker
by Laurie Krebs (2004)
About this book
Describes a typical day in the life of James Forten, who was born in Philadelphia to free black parents, learned to be a sailmaker, and later became a wealthy, respected businessman with his own shop.
Setting / LocationGlobal
Story EraModern Era
Protagonist / CoreA day in the life of a colonial sailmaker Lead Character
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