
By Amanda Mitchison, Lee Sullivan (Illustrator)
A former slave's relentless fight for equality reshapes history.
Frederick Douglass, once enslaved, rises to become a powerful voice against slavery. His journey from bondage to influential statesman challenges the status quo and inspires a movement for equality. How did he transform his life and ignite change in a divided nation? Discover the relentless pursuit of justice and the impact of one man's courage in the face of overwhelming odds. This biography delves into Douglass's pivotal role in history, exploring his battles and triumphs in the fight for social and political reform. Will his legacy endure in the ongoing struggle for human rights?
Antislavery campaigner, author, diplomat and political statesmen, Frederick Douglass was one of the greatest men of his age. A former slave himself, Frederick fought publicly against slavery and was an inspiration in the fight for social and political change. Written by Amanda Mitchison, find out about this life-long battle to fight for equality.- Sapphire/Band 16 books offer longer reads to develop children’s sustained engagement with texts and are more complex syntactically.- Text type: A biography- Curriculum links: History, Citizenship
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