Books like Henry's freedom box by Ellen Levine
In 1849, a slave named Henry “Box” Brown—confined in Virginia—conjures a remarkable plan for freedom. By boarding a railroad freight carriage in a wooden crate, he transports himself from Richmond to Philadelphia, circumventing the slave‑parole system.
This true story, set against the backdrop of 19th‑century slavery, highlights the extraordinary ingenuity of those who sought liberation. It offers readers a vivid, child‑friendly portrait of the Underground Railroad’s secret routes and the lengths escaped slaves went to secure their liberty.
First publish date: 2007
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Ellen Levine
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