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Box: Henry Brown Mails Himself to Freedom

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Box: Henry Brown Mails Himself to FreedomIn a moving, lyrical tale about the cost and fragility of freedom, a New York Times best selling author and an acclaimed artist follow the life of a man who courageously shipped himself out of slavery. What have I to fear? My master broke every promise to me. I lost my beloved wife and our dear children. All, sold South. Neither my time nor my body is mine. The breath of life is all I have to lose. And bondage is suffocating me. Henry Brown wrote that

In a moving, lyrical tale about the cost and fragility of freedom, a New York Times best-selling author and an acclaimed artist follow the life of a man who courageously shipped himself out of slavery.

What have I to fear?
My master broke every promise to me.
I lost my beloved wife and our dear children.
All, sold South. Neither my time nor my body is mine.
The breath of life is all I have to lose.
And bondage is suffocating me.

Henry Brown wrote that long before he came to be known as Box, he "entered the world a slave." He was put to work as a child and passed down from one generation to the next -- as property. When he was an adult, his wife and children were sold away from him out of spite. Henry Brown watched as his family left bound in chains, headed to the deeper South. What more could be taken from him? But then hope -- and help -- came in the form of the Underground Railroad. Escape

In stanzas of six lines each, each line representing one side of a box, celebrated poet Carole Boston Weatherford powerfully narrates Henry Brown's story of how he came to send himself in a box from slavery to freedom. Strikingly illustrated in rich hues and patterns by artist Michele Wood, Box is augmented with historical records and an introductory excerpt from Henry's own writing as well as a time line, notes from the author and illustrator, and a bibliography.

Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Candlewick Press (MA)
Published: 04/14/2020
ISBN: 9780763691561
Pages: 56
Weight: 1.20lbs
Size: 9.25h x 11.00w x 0.50d

Review Citations: School Library Journal 02/01/2020 pg. 90
Publishers Weekly 01/27/2020
Kirkus Reviews 03/01/2020 pg. 157
Horn Book Magazine 03/01/2020 pg. 107
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Deena M
Phoenix, US
★★★★★ 5
Good value
Color: Jelly Pink, Material Type: Paper, PU
This is a great jewelry box for travel or to just keep at home. Very stylish and holds more than it looks like it would.
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Chavely
Whiting, US
★★★★★ 5
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Color: Cloud White, Material Type: Paper, PU
I absolutely love this jewelry organizer! The 2-layer design gives it plenty of space without being bulky, making it perfect for travel. I was able to neatly store my earrings, necklaces, rings, and bracelets without anything getting tangled. The interior is soft and protects my jewelry really well, and the compartments are thoughtfully designed to keep everything in place. The compact size fits easily in my suitcase or handbag, which is a huge plus. The cloud white color looks elegant and makes it feel like a great gift option too. Overall, it’s practical, stylish, and very convenient for keeping jewelry organized on the go. Highly
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Lisa T.
Whiting, US
★★★★★ 5
I bought myself one and this one was gift for a friend.
Color: Cloud White, Material Type: Paper, PU
Very classy travel jewelry box. Just the size. Made well.
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VICKI CARROLL
Natrona Heights, US
★★★★★ 4
Nice Jewelry Box
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Really nice jewelry box just smaller than expected. My fault for not checking the dimensions first. It’s a great value for the price.
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Coco
Birmingham, US
★★★★★ 5
Nice little jewelry box
Color: Cloud White, Material Type: Paper, PU
Just what I wanted in size and available compartments. The only thing I am hesitant about is the paper outside. Mine is white and may get dirty quickly.
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