Poet: The Remarkable Story of George Moses Horton (Hardcover)

from Carlathelibrarian

Young George was determined to learn how to read, but because he was a slave, this was difficult, in fact it was against the law. He listened to the white children when they practiced their lessons, and then he found an old spelling book and taught himself how to read. As a teenager he sold fruit...

from MaowangVater

Young George was determined to learn how to read, but because he and his family were enslaved it was difficult. He listened to the white children when they practiced their lessons, and then he found an old spelling book and taught himself how to read by staying up late and studying it by fireligh...

from melodyreads

Picture book biography; slavery; 1800's North Carolina

from pataustin

"George loved words. He wanted to learn to read, but George was enslaved." George was, in fact, so determined that over time he learned despite obstacles and ultimately laws against teaching slaves to read. He was particularly fond of poetry and made up verses as he worked, often reciting them al...

from Veronica.Sparrow

This is a very well written account of George Moses Horton's remarkable life. I found it to be very well written in a way that would be not only appealing but understandable to children. I am actually planning to recommend this book to my own children. Well done!