The Amistad

by Robert Grayson

Book Overview

This title examines an important historic event - the rebellion aboard the Amistad. Easy-to-read, compelling text explores the Amistad's voyage from Africa to the United States, the rebellion on board, Joseph Cinque, John Quincy Adams, and other key players involved, the court cases to win the kidnapped Africans' freedom, and the effects of the event on society. Features include a table of contents, a timeline, facts, additional resources, Web sites,...

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1617147613
• ISBN13: 9781617147616
• Release Date: December 2011
• Publisher: Essential Library
• Length: 112 Pages
• Weight: 0.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"
• Age Range: 11 to 17 years
• Grade Range: Grades 6 to 12