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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1976 · Est. 2 hour read
Escape to Freedom
By Ossie Davis
From slavery to diplomacy, a man's journey defies the odds.
3.4/5 Goodreads · 33 ratings
96 pages· 15,483 words· Est. 2 hour read
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Bookroo's summary
Frederick Douglass rises from the shackles of slavery to the halls of diplomacy, challenging a nation and its prejudices. As he navigates a world resistant to change, will his courage and determination be enough to alter history? Witness the transformation of a man who becomes a beacon of hope and a symbol of resilience. This gripping play explores the trials and triumphs of Douglass's life, inviting you to question the boundaries of freedom and the power of perseverance.
From the publisher
A play that depicts Frederick Douglas overcoming his beginnings as a slave to becoming the first African American man to hold a diplomatic office.
At a glance
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 96
- Words
- 15,483
- Reading age
- 8–12
- Audience
- Middle Grade
- Lexile
- ~800L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 5.1
- F&P level
- ~S
- AR points
- 2
- AR interest level
- MG
- AR quiz
- 72379
Publication
- Published
- February 1, 1990
- First published
- January 1, 1976
- Publisher
- Puffin Books
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Chapter Book
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