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Harriet Tubman: The Moses of Her People (African American) Paperback – November 29, 2004

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This simple, unvarnished account recalls the courageous life of Harriet Tubman, one of the best-known “conductors” on the Underground Railroad. First published in 1869 and privately printed to raise funds for “the Moses of her people,” Sarah Bradford’s memorable biography recalls the former slave’s grim childhood; her perilous experiences leading slaves into Canada; her efforts as a Civil War nurse, cook, and scout for the Union Army; and her post-conflict endeavors to aid and educate former slaves.
An inspiring story of bravery, perseverance, and self-sacrifice, this accurate, reliable account by Tubman’s contemporary is essential reading for students of American history and African-American studies.

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9 - 12 years
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112 pages
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English
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4 - 7
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5.5 x 0.5 x 8.25 inches
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Dover Publications
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November 29, 2004
ISBN-10

0486438589
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978-0486438580
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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Dover Publications (November 29, 2004)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 112 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0486438589
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0486438580
Reading age ‏ : ‎ 9 - 12 years
Grade level ‏ : ‎ 4 - 7
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 6.1 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.5 x 0.5 x 8.25 inches

Best Sellers Rank: #721,236 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #954 in American Civil War Biographies (Books)
- #3,308 in Black & African American Biographies
- #9,503 in Women's Biographies

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Diana S. Long

Exceptional and a personal look at Harriet Tubman

Reviewed in the United States on March 12, 2018

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Albeit not a complete biography of Harriet Tubman I would qualify it as a very important one being that it was written during her life by a lady who knew her well and many of those whose lives were affected or came in contact with or contributed a letter to the work. I find it astonishing that Mrs. Tubman managed to accomplish not several but nineteen trips to the south to rescue her people from bondage to freedom in Canada, worked as a spy, nurse and where needed for the Union Army during the Civil War, established a hospital for her people and joined the suffrage movement. A champion of her people she never wavered from her trust in the Lord and the path she felt was ordained to follow led her forward. I acquired this book free from the public domain and I hope others will take advantage of it being made available. This is a more personal look into the life of a amazing woman that any written biography could be. Including interviews in her own voice, songs sung on the way to freedom, the challenges she faced, letters and correspondence with notable people of the time.

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Kyle L. Rhynerson

Great woman! An okay biography

Reviewed in the United States on March 1, 2018

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“Harriet Tubman: The Moses of Her People” is a biography written while Mrs. Tubman was still alive. The author indicates it is a second edition written to raise funds for a negro hospital in Auburn, New York, which she stated was Mrs. Tubman’s last great work. This book bounces around and is primarily a collection of short anecdotes, letters, and even some written passes permitting her access during the Civil War.

You would think the book might focus heavily on Mrs. Tubman’s experiences with the “Underground Railroad”, especially since she publically laid claim to being a conductor. At one meeting she stated, "I was the conductor of the Underground Railroad for eight years, and I can say what most conductors can't say; I never ran my train off the track and I never lost a passenger." There are letters and stories that cover her liberation raids into the South, but the book does not go into detail. Along with these are a few scenes going back to her childhood when she was a slave, her involvement and wonder at the abolitionist John Brown, her involvement in the Civil War as a spy and nurse, and some events after the war. Given all of those activities, the author didn’t spend much time on any one area, but two things were prominent throughout, and this is Mrs. Tubman’s humility and trust in God. There are numerous references throughout the book that showed her dependence on God such as “‘Oh, dear Lord’, [she] said. I haven’t got no friend but you. Come to my help Lord, for I’m in trouble! Oh, Lord! You’ve been with me in six troubles, don’t desert me in the seventh!”

Many of the stories seem like they belong more to folklore than actual events, especially when she claims to have foreseen events and natural disasters and would seem to just fall into money and provisions when she needed them – of course, she would say that was God’s will at work to provide for her. Even if a quarter of the stories are true, Harriet Tubman was a remarkable woman who was truly a Moses of her people. Despite her lack of education and being born into slavers, she used her leadership skills and trust in God to help save her literal family, as well as, many other slaves.

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Judith A. Hess

Good Story

Reviewed in the United States on August 8, 2020

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I am among a group of people of European descent (white) who are reading Black history, biography, sociology, and some fiction in order to become more knowledgeable. Our public schools suck at providing much teaching, and much of it is inaccurate.
This particular version of Harriet Tubman's life is well-written. However, it seems scanty. I think there is much more to be said.
I have no other criticism. I would recommend it to anyone interested in the subject. I would not recommend it as a basic text, especially to younger students, whose learning should require more historical context within the writer's weaving of the tale of her life.

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Harriet Tubman the Moses of America

Reviewed in the United States on July 5, 2015

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People who sacrifice all in the service of others are quite rare these days. Perhaps this is so as we no longer have a sense of purpose to direct our lives. This was not the case of Harriet Tubman, truly the Moses of all those who loved freedom. During America's time of slavery no one currently can truly fathom the horror endured by the slaves. But, thanks to the "Lawd" Lord as Harriet would say helped us to know that through our faith we can understand, but more importantly, act on our beliefs.
Once again devout Christians, black and white, fought and many were killed in order that a few may have their humanity returned to them. Mentioned was Captain John Brown, an evangelical Christian, who lost his two sons and his own life in the struggle against slavery. Harriet would often speak highly of Captain John Brown.
Harriet's exploits and harrowing adventures were so courageous and filled with horror that the reader is left to feel that she and her "contraband" would be caught at anytime. And yet she and all the others escaped. When Harriet was asked about the Underground Rail Road she quipped "I'd neber lossa a passenger!" This was hard to believe that just one person could do so much by faith alone.
The book is way too short but it had to be this way as her exploits were all passed on by word of mouth to keep her and her passengers safe. I totally understand.
A must read for all Americans, especially in our schools!

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Boz Dijango

History is not an easy thing to bear

Reviewed in the United States on November 17, 2019

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This biography has the normal 19th Century gloss. Beyond that, the Author did her very best not only to document ms. Tubman's actions, but to verify her recollections with third parties. The author did this so that any criticism of the accuracy of this bio could be debunked. I am sure there are more detailed and\or more recent biographies of Harriet Tubman. But this biography benefits from direct source: Moses herself.

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Margaret

Inspiring account of Harriet's life written in her lifetime.

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 16, 2020

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We read this in a bookgroup. It is written by a friend of Harriet Tubman and includes many quotes in Harriet's own words and quotes from people who worked with her so a very authentic account of an amazing woman.

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Magical Dave

Learn something by reading this....!

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 10, 2020

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Fantastic. You can't beat a good historically character driven book that's based on real life. I hope the (2019) film is as good the book. I will watch it and leave my view of it soon.

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Dr D.

Inspiring example of woman of substance, stamina, hope & faith

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 26, 2016

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The book is a true story of a remarkable woman who didn't allow suffering to defeat her or make her bitter. She used her pain to give her faith in God wings to soar above her situation. I recommend it to those who feel they are burnt out and there is no hope and they cannot lift themselves up above their situation. Faith in God will lift them up. Her hurt and her pain did not make her lose her perspective and her faith in God and her goal of rescuing her people. And she achieved it selflessly. The story is inspiring and well written, including some of her own words.

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Carol Robinson

Good Read

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 31, 2020

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I was told it was a great book to read but this was bought as a gift.

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Obi-Wan

They Called Her the Black Moses .....

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 11, 2015

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This book is written in colloquial African/American 19th century English and a little difficult to digest. You have to push through this barrier if you can, but overall her courageous adventures and indefatigable strength, perseverance and attitude is highly humbling and extremely commendable.

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