Weiss, Lynne

Readers take a colorful trip into the past to meet three African Americans who left indelible marks on U.S. history. Crispus Attucks was considered a martyr after his death at the Boston Massacre. Formerly enslaved Frederick Douglass became one of the most outspoken proponents of abolition and equal rights for African Americans. Harriet Tubman, also formerly enslaved, became perhaps the most famous conductor on the Underground Railroad. Together, the illustrated narratives of these three lives are sure to inspire young readers as they learn important facts about early America.

In graphic novel format, relates the Greek myth of Odysseus and his danger-filled voyage home from the Trojan War, as recorded in the poet Homer's "Odyssey.".

In graphic novel format, relates the Greek myth about Perseus, one of the god Zeus' human sons, and the slaying of Medusa, a Gorgon whose gaze turned men to stone.

Briefly presents, in graphic novel format, the story of Frederick Douglass.

In graphic novel format, relates the Greek myth of Odysseus and his danger-filled voyage home from the Trojan War, as recorded in the poet Homer's "Odyssey.".

In graphic novel format, relates the Greek myth about Perseus, one of the god Zeus' human sons, and the slaying of Medusa, a Gorgon whose gaze turned men to stone.

Readers will follow the life of one of the greatest orators and writers of the abolitionist movement. Douglass was a man who believed in the equality of all people. The graphica format will keep readers entertained while a timeline and brief biographical key enrich the text.

Depicts the life of Crispus Attucks, an important figure in African American history, from slavery, to working as a whaler and rope-maker, to his death. Includes descriptions of several other African Americans who played important roles in the American Revolution.

Presents in graphic novel format the life of Crispus Attucks, a former slave who died in the Boston Massacre, a fight between the British and American colonists that occurred before the American Revolution.