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Does anyone like that the author wrote the railroad as a physical, operating one? I felt it unnecessary and beyond the scope of possibility.
Beth Dawson Yes, I believe it is inappropriate in a book that claims to be historical fiction. It should be labeled strictly as fiction. I decided to read William…moreYes, I believe it is inappropriate in a book that claims to be historical fiction. It should be labeled strictly as fiction. I decided to read William Still's account, first published in the 19th century, based on interviews of actual people.(less)
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Catherine Hurst Where did you see it "claimed" to be historical fiction? (And in my opinion, it does an incredible job representing the entire history of the African ...more
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The Underground Railroad
by Colson Whitehead (Goodreads Author)
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