Friends for Freedom: The Story of Susan B. Anthony & Frederick Douglass by Suzan

Description: Friends for Freedom by Suzanne Slade, Nicole Tadgell Discusses how a former slave and a woman, who came from two different worlds, shared deep-seated beliefs in equality and the need to fight for it. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Veteran nonfiction author Suzanne Slade tells the story of the little-known friendship between two of our countrys most famous freedom fighters- Susan B. Anthony and Frederick Douglass.Their friendship changed a nation.No one thought Susan B. Anthony and Frederick Douglass would ever become friends. The former slave and the outspoken woman came from two different worlds. But they shared deep-seated beliefs in equality and the need to fight for it. Despite naysayers, hecklers, arsonists, and even their own disagreements, Susan and Frederick remained fast friends and worked together to change America.This little-known story introduces young readers to two momentous personalities in American history and to their fiery passion for human rights and equality. Author Biography Suzanne Slade is a former engineer and the author of more than ninety books for children, including Climbing Lincolns Steps, The House That George Built, Susan B. Anthony- Fighter for Freedom and Equality, and Frederick Douglass- Writer, Speaker, and Opponent of Slavery. She lives near Chicago. Review Offering a new perspective, this informational picture book details the deep friendship between Susan B. Anthony and Frederick Douglass. Even though their friendship was taboo for the time period, they were able to withstand prejudice and even violence, including the brawls and fights that broke out when the two spoke against slavery together, and being pelted with rotten eggs. The illustrations are simple and realistic, focusing on the strength of their rapport. The author eloquently weaves together information about the fight against slavery and the battle for womens rights, setting this title apart from others. An extensive authors note provides more information on research and on the bronze sculpture of Anthony and Douglass in Rochester, New York. A solid addition that will spark conversations about gender and racial equality.-School Library JournalTwo important historical figures from separate worlds come together for the common purpose of freedom. From the first line of this work of creative nonfiction, the author makes clear the contrasts between Frederick Douglass and Susan B. Anthony: The cabin in which the slave, Frederick, was born had clay floors; the two-story house in which Susan was born had floors of polished wood. Despite differences in race, class and upbringing, Douglass and Anthony determined to be friends despite the taboos against cross-racial friendships. Both Slades text and Tadgells watercolor illustrations emphasize the passion each had for social justice as well as the lengths to which they both went to maintain their friendship. Often, characters in the background peer at them, looking disgusted or scandalized. In one illustration, enemies throw rotten eggs at them; Douglass angry expression and Anthonys upraised fist speak to their determination to make their friendship an example of how America should be. The backmatter, which includes a photograph of bronze sculptures in Rochester, New York, of Douglass and Anthony having tea together, also offers useful information from the author in which she delineates the facts versus the fiction in the story. This biographical gem places the spotlight on a friendship far ahead of its time.-Kirkus Reviews*At a time when "it wasnt proper for women to be friends with men" and "You werent supposed to be friends with someone whose skin was a different color," Anthony and Douglass sought out each other based on mutual respect and a shared commitment toward equality. Tadgells carefully drafted and evocative watercolors capture both the past and present obstacles Anthony and Douglass faced, from Douglasss youth as a slave to rotten eggs hurled at the two when they appeared in public together and combative differences of opinion, as when the Fifteenth Amendment proposed to give voting rights to black men but not to women. Author and artist notes and a time line conclude a powerful testament to a friendship that spanned decades as it challenged conventions and "helped America grow up, too."-Publishers Weekly, *starred reviewCan a friendship change a nation? In a most inappropriate friendship for their time, Susan B. Anthony and Frederick Douglass worked together to gain equality for African Americans and women. The overall focus of the book is their amazing relationship, which lasted more than 45 years. The book begins with a brief introduction of both characters, noting the sharp contrast of their childhoods: Anthonys was one of privilege, while Douglass was one of "chopping, plowing and planting." Despite a major disagreement over the Fifteenth Amendment, the short pages of text show how they helped the nation make profound progress in the area of "liberty and justice for all." The watercolor illustrations provide historical context. Back matter includes richly detailed notes from the author and illustrator, a bibliography, source notes, and a time line.-Booklist Review Quote Offering a new perspective, this informational picture book details the deep friendship between Susan B. Anthony and Frederick Douglass. Even though their friendship was taboo for the time period, they were able to withstand prejudice and even violence, including the brawls and fights that broke out when the two spoke against slavery together, and being pelted with rotten eggs. The illustrations are simple and realistic, focusing on the strength of their rapport. The author eloquently weaves together information about the fight against slavery and the battle for womens rights, setting this title apart from others. An extensive authors note provides more information on research and on the bronze sculpture of Anthony and Douglass in Rochester, New York. A solid addition that will spark conversations about gender and racial equality. - School Library Journal Two important historical figures from separate worlds come together for the common purpose of freedom. From the first line of this work of creative nonfiction, the author makes clear the contrasts between Frederick Douglass and Susan B. Anthony: The cabin in which the slave, Frederick, was born had clay floors; the two-story house in which Susan was born had floors of polished wood. Despite differences in race, class and upbringing, Douglass and Anthony determined to be friends despite the taboos against cross-racial friendships. Both Slades text and Tadgells watercolor illustrations emphasize the passion each had for social justice as well as the lengths to which they both went to maintain their friendship. Often, characters in the background peer at them, looking disgusted or scandalized. In one illustration, enemies throw rotten eggs at them; Douglass angry expression and Anthonys upraised fist speak to their determination to make their friendship an example of how America should be. The backmatter, which includes a photograph of bronze sculptures in Rochester, New York, of Douglass and Anthony having tea together, also offers useful information from the author in which she delineates the facts versus the fiction in the story. This biographical gem places the spotlight on a friendship far ahead of its time. -Kirkus Reviews * At a time when "it wasnt proper for women to be friends with men" and "You werent supposed to be friends with someone whose skin was a different color," Anthony and Douglass sought out each other based on mutual respect and a shared commitment toward equality. Tadgells carefully drafted and evocative watercolors capture both the past and present obstacles Anthony and Douglass faced, from Douglasss youth as a slave to rotten eggs hurled at the two when they appeared in public together and combative differences of opinion, as when the Fifteenth Amendment proposed to give voting rights to black men but not to women. Author and artist notes and a time line conclude a powerful testament to a friendship that spanned decades as it challenged conventions and "helped America grow up, too." -Publishers Weekly, *starred review Can a friendship change a nation? In a most inappropriate friendship for their time, Susan B. Anthony and Frederick Douglass worked together to gain equality for African Americans and women. The overall focus of the book is their amazing relationship, which lasted more than 45 years. The book begins with a brief introduction of both characters, noting the sharp contrast of their childhoods: Anthonys was one of privilege, while Douglass was one of "chopping, plowing and planting." Despite a major disagreement over the Fifteenth Amendment, the short pages of text show how they helped the nation make profound progress in the area of "liberty and justice for all." The watercolor illustrations provide historical context. Back matter includes richly detailed notes from the author and illustrator, a bibliography, source notes, and a time line. - Booklist Excerpt from Book In the fall of 1849, Susan quit teaching and moved home to the family farm near Rochester, New York. Before she even unpacked her bags, she hopped back into the wagon, grabbed the reins from her father, and drove those horses straight into town. She couldnt wait to meet the man her father talked so much about--the man who made a daring escape from slavery, gave eloquent speeches about equality, and stood up for women. Details ISBN1580895697 Author Nicole Tadgell Short Title FRIENDS FOR FREEDOM Pages 40 Audience Age 6-9 Language English Illustrator Nicole Tadgell ISBN-10 1580895697 ISBN-13 9781580895699 Media Book Format Paperback Residence Libertyville Libertyville Year 2016 Imprint Charlesbridge Publishing,U.S. Place of Publication Watertown Country of Publication United States Illustrations illustrations Publication Date 2016-12-06 UK Release Date 2016-12-06 AU Release Date 2016-12-06 NZ Release Date 2016-12-06 US Release Date 2016-12-06 Subtitle The Story of Susan B. Anthony & Frederick Douglass Publisher Charlesbridge Publishing,U.S. DEWEY 303.4840922 Audience Childrens (6-12) We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. 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