Hang a Thousand Trees with Ribbons: The Story of Phillis Wheatley

Kidnapped from her home in Senegal and sold as a slave in 1761, a young girl is purchased by the wealthy Wheatley family in Boston. Phillis Wheatley--as she comes to be known--has an eager mind and it leads her on an unusual path for a slave--she becomes America's first published black poet. "Strong characterization and perceptive realism mark this thoughtful portrayal."--Booklist

ISBN-13: 9780152053932

Media Type: Paperback

Publisher: Clarion Books

Publication Date: 03-01-2005

Pages: 336

Product Dimensions: 6.39h x 5.29w x 0.92d

Age Range: 12 - UP Years

Series: Great Episodes

ANN RINALDI is an award-winning author best known for bringing history vividly to life. She lives in central New Jersey.