Ida B. Wells
Discovering History's Heroes
- Paperback
160 pages
- Release Date
1 October 2019
Summary
Jeter Publishing presents a brand-new series that celebrates men and women who altered the course of history but may not be as well-known as their counterparts.
Ida B. Wells was an African-American journalist and activist who led an anti-lynching crusade in the United States in the 1890s.
On one fateful train ride from Memphis to Nashville, in May 1884, Wells reached a personal turning point. Having bought a first-class train ticket, she was outraged when the train crew ordere…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781534424845 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 1534424849 |
| Author: | Diane Bailey |
| Publisher: | Simon & Schuster |
| Imprint: | Aladdin |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 160 |
| Release Date: | 1 October 2019 |
| Weight: | 100g |
| Dimensions: | 194mm x 130mm x 10mm |
| Series: | Jeter Publishing |
| Audience Age: | 7-10 |
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Critics Review
“A fascinating subject and good storytelling combine for a winning text.” – Kirkus Reviews * June 1, 2019 *
” The story of Ida B. Wells portrays a strong woman determined to use her talents to fight for justice and who serves as a role model for young readers. This biography would be a good choice for those studying women’s rights, civil rights, slavery, and the period after the Civil War.” – School Library Connection * August September 2019 *
About The Author
Diane Bailey
Diane Bailey has written more than fifty nonfiction books for children and young adults. Her most recent titles include books in The Great Outdoors series ( Survival Skills, Mountain Biking, Discovering Nature, Water Sports, and Snow Sports), the Black Achievement in Science series (Biology, and Physics), and A First Look at America’s Presidents series (James K. Polk, John Quincy Adams, and William McKinley). She is also a journalist whose work has appeared nationally.
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