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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2007
Elijah of Buxton
A boy's quest to reclaim stolen freedom money leads him into a world of danger and discovery.
Newbery Honor (2008)Coretta Scott King Award (2008)Jane Addams Children's Book Honor (2008)Odyssey Honor (2009)Scott O'Dell Award for Historical Fiction (2008)
341 pages· 77,916 words· Est. 11 hour read
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Summary: In 1859, young Elijah Freeman, the first free-born child in Buxton, Canada, faces a daunting challenge. When a deceitful preacher steals money meant to free a friend's family, Elijah must journey into the perilous American South. As he navigates this treacherous world, he confronts the grim realities his parents escaped. Will Elijah find the courage to return home and bring justice? This gripping tale of bravery and discovery explores the true cost of freedom and the strength found in unexpected places.