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Can anyone explain why this book may contain mature content and what the mature content consists of? I would like to order this for my class, but need to know if it is appropriate for my middle schoolers. Thanks!

JUDITH FRADIN Nicole:

There is some mature content in the book, including some dramatic and somewhat disturbing information, but slavery in Louisiana was very distur…moreNicole:

There is some mature content in the book, including some dramatic and somewhat disturbing information, but slavery in Louisiana was very disturbing by nature. I doubt, however, that Sana Khalid read our book. I think, rather, that he's heard about the movie, which was brutal.
Dennis and I are career teachers, parents, and the grandparents of 7. We're experienced, award-winning authors and know how to write for young adults. Our book is written with care and discretion for young adult readers. Judy Fradin, co-author, STOLEN INTO SLAVERY.(less)

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What is the central idea for this book?

JUDITH FRADIN There is more than one "central idea" for STOLEN INTO SLAVERY. One of our purposes was to retell Solomon Northup's enslavement to personalize the evil…moreThere is more than one "central idea" for STOLEN INTO SLAVERY. One of our purposes was to retell Solomon Northup's enslavement to personalize the evils of slavery. Another was to show how his ability to read and write ultimately resulted in his release from bondage.
Judy Fradin The Author(less)

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when does Solomon get ratted out after his attempt to escape ?

JUDITH FRADIN At one point, Solomon trusted the wrong person with a letter he wrote to his friend in New York. Since there was no way for a slave to mail a letter, …moreAt one point, Solomon trusted the wrong person with a letter he wrote to his friend in New York. Since there was no way for a slave to mail a letter, he had to have a third party take it to the post office. Read the book and, I hope, really enjoy it!
Judy Fradin Co-author(less)

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