by Curtis, Christopher Paul.
[ 02. English Fiction ] Published by : Scholastic Press, (New York :) Physical details: 341 p. ; 22 cm. Subject(s): Slavery --Fiction. | Blacks --Canada --Fiction. | North Buxton (Ont.) --Fiction. | Canada --Fiction. Year : 2007
Item type :
02. English Fiction
| Location | Call Number | Status | Date Due |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amherst Cove Consolidated School | Available | ||
| Amherst Cove Consolidated School | F CUR | Available |
A Junior Library Guild selection.
Coretta Scott King Award, 2008.
Newbery Honor Book, 2008.
In 1859, eleven-year-old Elijah Freeman, the first free-born child in Buxton, Canada, which is a haven for slaves fleeing the American south, uses his wits and skills to try to bring to justice the lying preacher who has stolen money that was to be used to buy a family's freedom.