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This inspiring memoir, first published in 1850, recounts the struggles of a distinguished African-American abolitionist and champion of women's rights. Sojourner Truth tells of her life in slavery, her self-liberation, and her travels across America in pursuit of racial and sexual equality. Essential...  read more
 


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Product Description:

This inspiring memoir, first published in 1850, recounts the struggles of a distinguished African-American abolitionist and champion of women's rights. Sojourner Truth tells of her life in slavery, her self-liberation, and her travels across America in pursuit of racial and sexual equality. Essential reading for students of American history.
Reprint of a standard edition.

Product Details:

ISBN 10: 048629899X
ISBN 13: 9780486298993
Author/Editor: Sojourner Truth
Format: Book
Grade level: 6 and Up (ages 11 and up)
Page Count: 80
Dimensions: 5 3/16 x 8 1/4
Publication date: July 1997

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