About the Author
Joyce Hansen has created a dramatic account of the Reconstruction period, focusing on the experiences of the freed men and women. Weaving the former slaves' own words and stories into a detailed historical background, she provides a full picture of the time. Brief biographies of the era's show more courageous black leaders and period illustrations enrich this readable study, to help readers gain an understanding of an important and tragic episode in American history. show less
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1789: Twelve Authors Explore a Year of Rebellion, Revolution, and Change (2020) — Contributor — 48 copies
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- 1942-10-18
- Gender
- female
- Nationality
- USA
- Birthplace
- Bronx, New York, USA
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