Harriet Tubman: Freedombound (Heroes of History)

This is one of the best books I have ever read. It is incredibly well written and every moment is gripping. I could not put it down. I enjoyed reading this so much I am sorry to see it finished. I did not know the story of Harriet Tubman and quite frankly it didn't seem very interesting to me. I couldn't have been more wrong! Harriet Tubman is a true American hero and one of God's very special people placed on this Earth to help others selflessly. She spent every moment of her life doing just that...everything in the service of others for the glory of God. An amazing woman. I hope the day I enter heaven to meet her. She truly occupies a place of honor in God's heavenly kingdom. This book is more than worth the read. It will change who you are.

This is an outstanding book describing the horrors of slavery for young people. I purchased the book for my ten-year-old granddaughter, but feel it is too mature for her. Older children, however, need to read this story and that of other slaves and former slaves to truly understand American history and the root of the racism that continues to bedevil our society. Far too often, America is portrayed in stark contrast; to those on the left, America is a failed experiment that needs to be undone, and to those on the right, America is a great nation that offers hope and attainment to all who are willing to take advantage of its unprecedented opportunities. But according to the historical record, America is a deeply flawed country with vast potential, but only if those who love her are courageous enough to confront and then heal the open wounds left by 150 years of slavery, tragically followed by more than 150 years of oppression and cruelty against African Americans, sadly providing the foundation for our troubled present. Although the most egregious forms of racism have long been outlawed, discrimination continues to be the daily reality for black Americans in substantially lower health card standards, educational injustice, lack of equal opportunity, high rates of poverty and the danger of violent police confrontation. If caring Americans fail to take action against these evils, we may well end up as an experiment that has been undone. Harriet Tubman began life as a battered slave child, already repeatedly beaten and lashed at the tender age of six. She risked her life to escape her own slavery as an adult, and then risked it again and again to bring 300 enslaved blacks, including family members, to freedom in the North, using her contacts on the Underground Railroad. After the passage of the Fugitive Slave Act, runaway slaves were safe only in Canada, where many had to relocate from the former safe haven of the North. Harriet served her country honorably during the war, collecting intelligence for the North, nursing the sick and wounded, and helping her people who had fled to the Union territories enmasse. And yet, for her years of service, no pay was forthcoming. She was finally awarded a pension on behalf of her husband's war service, but was refused on behalf of her own many services gladly rendered to further the war effort. It was with great sadness that Harriet realized that freedom did not mean equality, that a long struggle was still ahead for her people. But she did not give in to bitterness, continuing to care unstintingly for the needs of others until she became too frail to do so. She died highly honored for her extraordinary life of courage and selflessness and provides a shining example of a life well lived for our young people and for generations yet to come. This book is highly recommended for children age 12+ and for parents, grandparents, and any other adults who are willing to be educated about the barbarity of slavery and the repercussions echoing yet today.

Absolutely love this book!

It's exciting to read about Harriet's adventures escaping north, and fascinating to see how she risks her life to help others to freedom too. I can really recommend this book!

I read this out loud to my twins who are 10 years old and my daughter who is 8. They all loved it and were very engaged throughout the whole book. I love the way authors can communicate facts and history through story, making it so much easier to understand and retain!

Love this book! It is written in such a way that makes the history so interesting. Great for homeschooling parents that want to incorporate history or a unit theme.

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This is the story of a ninghteenth century woman who had not experienced freedom but looked and looked for it until she found it. A woman full of.courage, love, and persistance delivered more than 300 slaves to Pennsylvania and helped.our nation during one of the most critical times in history Hariet Tubman The example.of what it really meansto be free Truly this.woman is a living exampleof FREEDOM

Good overview of Harriet Tubman's life. Educational book series. Kids age 8-13 love them.