My Name Is Truth

By Ann Turner, James Ransome (Illustrator)

A former slave becomes a powerful voice for abolition and women's rights.

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Bookroo's summary

Isabella Baumfree, once a slave, transforms into Sojourner Truth, a fiery preacher and orator. Her journey from bondage to becoming a leading voice in the abolitionist and women's rights movements is both inspiring and transformative. As she captivates audiences with her passionate speeches, Sojourner challenges societal norms and fights for equality. This beautifully illustrated biography invites readers to explore her remarkable life and legacy, raising questions about freedom, identity, and justice. What drove her transformation, and how did her words ignite change? Discover the story of a woman who spoke truth to power and left an indelible mark on history.

From the publisher

The remarkable true story of how former slave Isabella Baumfree transformed herself into the preacher and orator Sojourner Truth, an iconic figure of the abolitionist and women’s rights movements.Written in the fiery and eloquent voice of Sojourner Truth herself, My Name Is Truth will captivate readers just as Sojourner’s passionate words enthralled her listeners.The text by acclaimed author Ann Turner and the paintings from award-winning illustrator James Ransome underwent expert review by two historians of the period.This beautifully illustrated and impeccably researched picture book biography includes a detailed historical note and a list of suggested supplemental reading materials.

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