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Hammering for Freedom: The William Lewis Story
Contributor(s): Hubbard, Rita Lorraine (Author), Holyfield, John (Illustrator)

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ISBN: 1600609694 ISBN-13: 9781600609695
Publisher: Lee & Low Books

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Binding Type: Hardcover
Published: September 2018

Additional Information

BISAC Categories:
- Juvenile Nonfiction | Biography & Autobiography - Cultural, Ethnic & Regional
- Juvenile Nonfiction | People & Places - United States - African-american
- Juvenile Nonfiction | History - United States - 19th Century

Dewey: B

LCCN: 2017053440

Age Level: 7-10

Grade Level: 2-5

Lexile Measure: 870(Not Available)

Physical Information: 0.38" H x 10.88" W x 8.81" (0.9 lbs) 32 pages

Themes:
- Chronological Period - 19th Century
- Ethnic Orientation - African American
- Geographic Orientation - Tennessee
- Cultural Region - South
- Topical - Black History

Features: Bibliography, Ikids, Illustrated, Price on Product

Review Citations: Horn Book Magazine 11/01/2018 pg. 101
Kirkus Reviews 08/01/2018 pg. 116
Kirkus Reviews Fall Preview 08/15/2018 pg. 58
School Library Journal 09/01/2018 pg. 133
Shelf Awareness 09/14/2018
Booklist 11/01/2018 pg. 45
Hornbook Guide to Children 01/01/2019 - Superior,Well Above Average

Accelerated Reader Info

Quiz #: 198102
Reading Level: 4.6 Interest Level: Lower Grades Point Value: 0.5

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Contributor Bio(s): Hubbard, Rita Lorraine: -

Rita Lorraine Hubbard is the author of a number of nonfiction books for adults and runs the children's book review site Picture Book Depot. While researching her book African Americans of Chattanooga: A History of Unsung Heroes, Hubbard discovered William "Bill" Lewis's story buried in some earlier history books. She was greatly moved by Lewis's love of his family and determination to overcome the odds. Hubbard lives with her husband in Chattanooga, Tennessee. You can find her online at ritahubbard.com.

Holyfield, John: -

John Holyfield is a fine artist whose work has been described as having a strong southern feel that captures the essence of rural life. The main themes in his art are family, spirituality, and culture.In creating this book, Holyfield spoke to a blacksmith/farrier for additional insight about the craft. Holyfield lives with his family in Rosemont, West Virginia. His website is johnholyfield.com.

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