Away West

by Patricia C. McKissack

Book Overview

A historical chapter book series from three-time Coretta Scott King Award winner and Newbery Honor author, Patricia C. McKissack.

Unlike his older brothers, thirteen-year-old Everett was "born in freedom," never knowing life as a slave. His most prized possession is the medal his father earned in the Civil War. Now, more than 125 years later, that treasure is kept in the Websters' attic with other "scraps of time," ready to be discovered...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0142406880
• ISBN13: 9780142406885
• Release Date: December 2006
• Publisher: Penguin Young Readers Group
• Length: 144 Pages
• Weight: 0.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 5.1" x 7.7"
• Age Range: 8 to 12 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 7