Slavery by Dk

Slavery by Dk

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Summary

Slavery has plagued the history of humankind for thousands of years, from the conquered peoples of Ancient times to the millions of Africans stolen from their homelands and forced into work that helped build America and the modern world. This book offers historical information and personal stories to give your child the story behind slavery.

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Slavery by Dk

The story of slavery - from its roots to the present day Slavery has plagued the history of humankind for thousands of years, from the conquered peoples of Ancient times to the millions of Africans stolen from their homelands and forced into work that helped build America and the modern world. But what was it like to be a slave, endure such terrible hardships and fight for freedom? Here historical information combines with moving personal stories to give your child the story behind slavery. Maps, charts, timelines and artefacts provide eye-opening context and the testimony of slaves featured in the book will take them behind the statistics. Help them discover the real story behind an evil trade that still exists even today.
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ISBN 13 9781405336703
ISBN 10 1405336706
Title Slavery
Author Dk
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Hardback
Publisher Dorling Kindersley Ltd
Year published 2009-06-01
Number of pages 192
Prizes Joint winner of SSLI Honor Book 2010 (United States), Joint winner of Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People 2010 (United States)
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.