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Reviewed on February 1, 2003
Gr 6-Up This book goes beyond a mere listing of dates and occurrences to show readers how Brown touched people and, because of who she was, changed where she lived. She was born into slavery in 1802, married in 1820, and gave birth to Eliza Jane in 1826. Ten years later her daughter was sold to a new owner, and mother and daughter would not be reunited for nearly 50 years. In 1856, Brown bought her freedom and worked...Log In or Sign Up to Read More