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Seymour Reit, the creator of Casper the friendly ghost, blends fact with fiction in this captivating tale about one woman who dared to go behind enemy lines as a spy for the Union Army.
Canadian-born Emma Edmonds loved the thrill of adventure and chasing freedom, so in 1861 when the Civil War began, she enlisted in the Union Army.
With cropped hair and men’s clothing, Emma transformed herself into a peddler, slave, bookkeeper and more, seamlessly gathering information and safely escaping each time.
This fictionalized biography about the daring exploits of a cunning master of disguise, risking discovery and death for the sake of freedom, will inspire readers for generations to come.
ASIN : 0152164278
Publisher : Clarion Books; First Edition (August 1, 2001)
Language : English
Paperback : 144 pages
ISBN-10 : 9780152164270
ISBN-13 : 978-0152164270
Reading age : 10 – 13 years, from customers
Lexile measure : 830L
Grade level : 7 – 6
Item Weight : 2.31 pounds
Dimensions : 4.5 x 0.31 x 7 inches
Customers say
Customers find the book interesting, easy to read, and perfect for struggling readers. They describe the story as fascinating, true, and exciting. Readers also say it’s a great way to learn history and provides a different historical perspective. Opinions are mixed on the length, with some finding it short and educational, while others say it’s too short.
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