Hang a Thousand Trees with Ribbons: The Story of Phillis Wheatley Criminology a tribute to Black joy

a tribute to Black joy

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Hang a Thousand Trees with Ribbons: The Story of Phillis Wheatley Criminology a tribute to Black joyKidnapped from her home in Senegal and sold as a slave in 1761, a young girl is purchased by the wealthy Wheatley family in Boston. Phillis Wheatleyas she comes to be knownhas an eager mind and it leads her on an unusual path for a slaveshe becomes Americas first published black poet. Strong characterization and perceptive realism mark this thoughtful portrayal.Booklist