Books like 47 by Walter Mosley
Walter Mosley’s debut for young readers follows 47, a teenage slave yearning for freedom in a Georgia plantation under a relentless master. 47’s world shifts when he encounters Tall John, a runaway slave who introduces him to the hidden possibilities of magic and resistance. With a narrative that mixes historical reality and speculative elements, Mosley presents a vivid portrayal of 47’s struggle for personal and collective liberation, framing the broader quest for liberty in a sweeping, emotionally resonant story.
First publish date: 2005
Genre: Fantasy/Historical Fantasy
Authors: Walter Mosley
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