Story of the Negro
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Chapter Book · Ages 12–+ · 1948

Story of the Negro

Written by Arna Bontemps

A fight for freedom in a world of chains.

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239 pages· ~1190L
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In a world where chains bind both body and spirit, one individual's quest for freedom challenges the very fabric of society. As they navigate a landscape of oppression and hope, will their courage ignite a revolution or be extinguished by the weight of history? Discover a tale of resilience and the unyielding human spirit in the face of unimaginable adversity.

Awards

Newbery Honor (1949)
At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
239
Reading age
12–99+
Audience
Juvenile Reader
Lexile
~1190L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
8.8
F&P level
~Z+
AR points
9
AR interest level
UG
AR quiz
19035
Publication
Published
December 1, 1958
First published
January 1, 1948
Publisher
Random House (Merchandising)
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780394816906

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