Spanish Peaks Library District

"Born a free man in New York State in 1808, Solomon Northup was kidnapped in Washington, D.C., in 1841. He spent the next twelve harrowing years of his life as a slave on a Louisiana cotton plantation. During this time he was frequently abused and often afraid for his life. After regaining his freedom in 1853, Northup decided to publish this gripping autobiographical account of his captivity. As an educated man, Northup was able to present an exceptionally...

Learn about the Jim Crow laws that segregated public schools, public places, transportation, and even drinking fountains. This title offers primary sources, Fast facts and sidebars, prompts and activities, and more. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

"With a successful career, money in the bank, and a solid future, Felicia has almost everything she ever wanted. But getting married is the one holiday wish she can't seem to get. And it's not helping that she's hopelessly in love with her coworker, widower Richard Grimes. Richard has his hands full juggling pre-Christmas work demands and raising two teenage daughters. But he's not too busy to wish his relationship with Felicia could become much more....

This book showcases important events of the Civil Rights Movement using detailed text, historic photos and fact-packed sidebars.

Looks at the civil rights movement, its cultural effects on society, and its lasting impact on the United States.

Looks at the civil rights movement, its cultural effects on society, what led to the Movement's end, and its lasting impact on the United States.

Examines the period of reconstruction following the American Civil War, discussing what provisions were made for African-Americans, what laws were made and more.

"Read about Toni Morrison's life and writings"--Provided by publisher.

When a desperate family implores her to track down a woman who may not want to be found, Grayson Sykes unravels violent secrets that embroil her in an increasingly dangerous game of cat and mouse. Isabel Lincoln is gone. But is she missing? It's up to Grayson Sykes to find her. Although she is reluctant to track down a woman who may not want to be found, Gray's search for Isabel Lincoln becomes more complicated and dangerous with every new revelation...

"Explores the life of Barack Obama, U.S. Senator from Illinois, and his work as a community organizer, lawyer, and politician"--Provided by publisher.