Matthew Henson and the North Pole Expedition (Journey to Freedom: The African American Library) [Library Binding]

Ann Graham Gaines (Author)

Book Description

Age Level: 10 and up | Series: Journey to Freedom: The African American Library

A brief biography of the black explorer and seaman who, together with Robert E. Peary, discovered the North Pole in 1909.

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From School Library Journal

Grade 3-5-Matthew Henson chronicles the life of an extraordinary man and arctic explorer who was honored in 1996 by the U.S. Navy by having a ship named after him. Prince Whipple and James Armistead are two of the patriots discussed in Revolutionary War. Ironically, most African Americans fought for the British, trusting they would be set free when the British won. Nat Turner details the insurrectionist's life and the events leading up to and including the rebellion. Even today this preacher/prophet remains a controversial figure, but a balanced discussion of his motivations and the use of primary sources lend a solid sense of credibility. Highly readable writing, information not readily available for the intended audience, illustrations and reproductions of paintings from the Library of Congress and other worthy institutions, and a respectful tone make these volumes excellent introductions to these African Americans and their times.
Pamela K. Bomboy, Chesterfield County Public Schools, VA
Copyright 2001 Reed Business Information, Inc.

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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 10 and up
  
• Library Binding: 40 pages
• Publisher: Child's World (August 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1567667430
• ISBN-13: 978-1567667431
• Product Dimensions: 10.6 x 9.3 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 2.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #7,703,041 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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2.0 out of 5 stars History or opinion?, September 18, 2003

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This review is from: Matthew Henson and the North Pole Expedition (Journey to Freedom: The African American Library) (Library Binding)

If you want to read a book about a historical event with alot of unjustified opinions, this is the book for you. It was the perfect example to show my children how history is changed or added to by the opinion of an author. She even hints that the man, who worked his entire adult life to finance his dream, didn't deserve the money and awards that came with the discovery. She hints that Henson, who was paid very well and at one time didn't even want to return to the Artic, somehow deserved the money and awards. This is just a few examples included in a book that could have been good if she had stuck to the facts instead of HER opinions. I gave it 2 stars for the photographs only.