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I Lay My Stitches Down: Poems of American Slavery

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This rich and intricate collection of poems chronicles the various experiences of American slaves. Drawn together through imagery drawn from quilting and fiber arts, each poem is spoken from a different perspective: a house slave, a mother losing her daughter to the auction block, a blacksmith, a slave fleeing on the Underground Railroad.
This moving and eloquent set of poems, brought to life by vivid and colorful artwork from Michele Wood, offers a timeless witness to the hardship endured by America?'s slaves. Each poem is supplemented by a historical note.

Language: English

Pages: 34

Format: Hardcover

Publisher: Eerdmans Books for Young Readers

Release: October 25, 2012

ISBN: 0802853862

ISBN 13: 9780802853868

I Lay My Stitches Down: Poems of American Slavery

4.1/5 ( ratings)

This rich and intricate collection of poems chronicles the various experiences of American slaves. Drawn together through imagery drawn from quilting and fiber arts, each poem is spoken from a different perspective: a house slave, a mother losing her daughter to the auction block, a blacksmith, a slave fleeing on the Underground Railroad.
This moving and eloquent set of poems, brought to life by vivid and colorful artwork from Michele Wood, offers a timeless witness to the hardship endured by America?'s slaves. Each poem is supplemented by a historical note.

Language: English

Pages: 34

Format: Hardcover

Publisher: Eerdmans Books for Young Readers

Release: October 25, 2012

ISBN: 0802853862

ISBN 13: 9780802853868

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