Freedom Was Worth It: The Story of Harriet Jacobs

Trapped in a space barely tall enough to sit up in, a young woman listened quietly for the sound of her children's voices below. For seven long years, she stayed hidden in an attic crawlspace-waiting, watching, and never giving up. This is the powerful true story of Harriet Jacobs, a girl born into slavery who chose courage, cleverness, and fierce love for her family over fear. Written for readers ages 7 to 12, this book tells Harriet's story in a way that brings history to life-without tal...