By the age of 12, Charlotte Parkhurst knew that there were many more opportunities in the world of the 1860s for boys than girls. She cut off her hair, donned boy's clothing, and began a new life that gave her many privileges -- including the right to vote.
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"With a pacing that moves along at a gallop, this is a skillful execution of a fascinating historical tale." -Publishers Weekly, starred review
"Middle-schoolers will love the horse adventures and the stories of her trickery..."
--Booklist
"Youngsters who liked Caddie Woodlawn better unreformed and who appreciate an atmospheric blend of grit, gorses, and history will want to take a ride with Charley." -Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books
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that Riding Freedom is the recipient of Parenting Magazine's Reading Magic Award for 1998's Most Outstanding Children's Books as well as The San Francisco Chronicle's Best Books of 1998. It has also been nominated for the 1999-2000 California Young Reader Medal and the North Dakota Flicker Tale Award.
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