Phillis Wheatley: Young Revolutionary Poet

Young Patriots

by Kathryn Kilby Borland, Helen Ross Speicher, Cathy Morrison (Illustrations)

Phillis Wheatley's rise from slavery to recognition as the foremost African American poet in the American colonies is featured in this volume of the Young Patriots series. Focusing on Phillis's early years, this profile reveals her illiterate beginnings in the Wheatley family and the turbulent pre–Revolutionary War climate in which she became an avid student and young poet. Young readers will rejoice as she protects her friend Nat from British soldiers after the Boston Tea Party and delight when one of her poems results in a life-changing meeting with George Washington. Vivid illustrations accent this window into an exciting era in which Phillis found strength in the face of adversity and became a celebrated poet. Special features include a summary of Phillis's adult accomplishments, fun facts detailing little-known tidbits of information about her, and a time line of her life.

Genres: Biography, History

120 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1968

Reviews

[Jill · Rating 5 out of 5]

Picked this book up while in Boston. Thought it would be fun to read a series book for the young. Really enjoyed it.

[Amanda Erdman · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent! We love all the books in this series.

[Jorginho · Rating 5 out of 5]

A timeless piece of American history within these pages.

[Terry]

This was a good book. The text flowed well and the narrative was engaging. The biography was very interesting. Phillis Wheatley is not someone that you hear of frequently and would be a great role model for children. I really learned a great deal from this book regarding Phillis Wheatley and her tremendous contribution to the new America.

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