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Journey Back to Freedom

The Olaudah Equiano Story
By Catherine Johnson
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Journey Back to Freedom by Catherine Johnson is an inspiring children's book that tells the remarkable true story of Olaudah Equiano, an African boy who is captured and sold into slavery. Through resilience and determination, Equiano seeks freedom, narrating his adventures and hardships while pursuing his dream. It offers young readers a powerful insight into the themes of courage and perseverance.
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If you enjoy stories of courage and history, this children's book will captivate you with its tale of resilience and the fight for freedom. It blends adventurous storytelling with educational elements, providing an inspiring read that is both engaging and informative for young readers.

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From the horrors of the slave trade to a book that changed the world, Catherine Johnson celebrates the incredible life of Olaudah Equiano in this gripping true story.

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From the horrors of the slave trade to a book that changed the world, Catherine Johnson celebrates the incredible life of Olaudah Equiano in this gripping true story.

Aged only eleven, Olaudah Equiano was cruelly snatched from his home in Africa and sold into slavery. He spent much of the next ten years serving various masters at sea, travelling to the far corners of the globe. He witnessed horrendous cruelty and occasional kindness, while experiencing daring adventures and extreme peril. Throughout it all, he never gave up hope that one day he would be free again.

This is his incredible true story.

Particularly suitable for readers aged 9+ with a reading age of 8.

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Journey Back to Freedom by Catherine Johnson is praised for its expertly researched and accessible storytelling, making it an essential read. Critics highlight Johnson's lively and engaging style, which brings Olaudah Equiano's gripping narrative to life for children aged nine and up. The novel is celebrated for its meticulous research, thought-provoking discussions, and its sensitive yet powerful portrayal of Equiano's survival and quest for freedom.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781781129227

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 September 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Barrington Stoke Ltd

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Katie Hickey
  • Illustrated by Katie Hickey

Audience: Children, Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 7.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 190g

Pages: 112

Collections

Catherine Johnson Children's Books Children's Fiction Children's Historical Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Dyslexia-Friendly Books Historical Fiction Young Adult

About the Author

Katie Hickey is an illustrator whose work deals with both the narrative and informational realms, and often combining the two. A graduate of Falmouth University in Cornwall, England, Katie's work frequently takes inspiration from her travels and surroundings to create characterful and atmospheric images.

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