Freedom
An action-packed story about a boy's experience
of slavery in Britain.
Winner of the Little Rebels Children's Book Award
2019
"Filled with humour, compassion and hope"
The Guardian
Nathaniel doesn't want to move to England with his master's
family, leaving behind his mother and sister on the Jamaican
plantation.
But then he remembers what his mother told him: once a slave sets
foot on English soil, they're free. Perhaps he can earn
his fortune and buy his family's freedom, too...
Bursting with action and vibrant characters
With real events and historical figures woven into the story
Perfect for teaching children aged 8+ about the slaev trade in
Britain
Author: Catherine Johnson
Format: Paperback, 160 pages, 131mm x 200mm, 120 g
Published: 2018, Scholastic, United Kingdom
Genre: Children's Fiction
An action-packed story about a boy's experience
of slavery in Britain.
Winner of the Little Rebels Children's Book Award
2019
"Filled with humour, compassion and hope"
The Guardian
Nathaniel doesn't want to move to England with his master's
family, leaving behind his mother and sister on the Jamaican
plantation.
But then he remembers what his mother told him: once a slave sets
foot on English soil, they're free. Perhaps he can earn
his fortune and buy his family's freedom, too...
Bursting with action and vibrant characters
With real events and historical figures woven into the story
Perfect for teaching children aged 8+ about the slaev trade in
Britain