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Traces the life of the Black woman orator who spoke out against slavery throughout New England and the Midwest.

A biography of the former slave who became well-known as an abolitionist and advocate of women's rights.

Examines the life of the woman born into slavery who became a well-known abolitionist and crusader for the rights of African Americans in the United States.

A biography of the former slave who became well-known as an abolitionist and advocate of women's rights.

Born just ten years after the end of the Civil War, Woodson grew up in the shadow of slavery. However, despite his heritage, which he was proud of, he was instrumental in teaching the nation about African Americans and because of his efforts, Black history month is celebrated annually.