Synopsis
The year is 1776, the place, Brooklyn, New York, and slaves who work for a British-sympathizing mill owner are troubled. One slave in particular, fourteen-year-old Samuel, listens to his outspoken friend Sana and wonders about freedom.
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Review
"Readers will enjoy the action and heroism in the story and the full-page colored ink-and-pencil illustrations." Booklist
"Samuel's initial uncertainty and his later resolution are beautifully portrayed. If students say history is boring, give them this book." School Library Journal
"Fact and fiction are woven together seamlessly to create this richly textured story of a 14-year-old black slave during the early days of the American Revolution." Publishers Weekly
About the Author
Dr. Richard Berleth has worked widely in print media companies, advertising, and marketing. Dr. Berleth's specialty is direct response selling. He is also the author of a best selling adult popular history, The Twilight Lords, and has just completed a history book called "The Bloody Mohawk: War and Survival 1718 - 1794" soon to be published. He is also the author of many scholarly articles and several popular magazine pieces. James Watling has illustrated many children's books with historical themes including The First Thanksgiving by Linda Hayward. He lives near Montreal, Canada.
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Samuel's Choice
Seller: World of Books (was SecondSale), Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
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Condition: Good. James Watling (illustrator). Item in good condition. Textbooks may not include supplemental items i.e. CDs, access codes etc. Seller Inventory # 00067350807
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Seller: Zoom Books East, Glendale Heights, IL, U.S.A.
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Condition: very_good. James Watling (illustrator). Book is in very good condition and may include minimal underlining highlighting. The book can also include "From the library of" labels. May not contain miscellaneous items toys, dvds, etc. . We offer 100% money back guarantee and 24 7 customer service. Seller Inventory # ZEV.0590464566.VG
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Samuel's Choice
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Scholastic Inc (edition ), 1990
ISBN 10: 0590464566
ISBN 13: 9780590464567
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Seller: BooksRun, Philadelphia, PA, U.S.A.
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Paperback. Condition: Fair. James Watling (illustrator). The item might be beaten up but readable. May contain markings or highlighting, as well as stains, bent corners, or any other major defect, but the text is not obscured in any way. Seller Inventory # 0590464566-7-1
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Samuel's Choice
Published by
Scholastic Inc (edition ), 1990
ISBN 10: 0590464566
ISBN 13: 9780590464567
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Seller: BooksRun, Philadelphia, PA, U.S.A.
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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. James Watling (illustrator). It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting. Seller Inventory # 0590464566-11-1
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Seller: More Than Words, Waltham, MA, U.S.A.
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Condition: Good. James Watling (illustrator). A sound copy with only light wear. Overall a solid copy at a great price! Seller Inventory # BOS-C-14f-01412
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Seller: Reliant Bookstore, El Dorado, KS, U.S.A.
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Seller: HPB Inc., Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
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paperback. Condition: Very Good. James Watling (illustrator). Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority! Seller Inventory # S_459996150
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Paperback. Condition: As New. No Jacket. James Watling (illustrator). Pages are clean and are not marred by notes or folds of any kind. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G0590464566I2N00
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Paperback. Condition: As New. No Jacket. James Watling (illustrator). Pages are clean and are not marred by notes or folds of any kind. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G0590464566I2N00