Barracoon
Adapted for Young Readers
(Author) Zora Neale HurstonIn the first middle grade offering from Zora Neale Hurston and Ibram X. Kendi, young readers are introduced to the remarkable and true-life story of Cudjo Lewis, one of the last survivors of the Atlantic human trade, in an adaptation of the internationally bestselling and critically acclaimed Barracoon. This is the life story of Cudjo Lewis, as told by himself. Of the millions of men, women, and children transported from Africa to America to be enslaved, eighty-six-year-old Cudjo Lewis was then the only person alive to tell the story of his capture and bondage--fifty years after the Atlantic human trade was outlawed in the United States. Cudjo shared his firsthand account with legendary folklorist, anthropologist, and writer Zora Neale Hurston. Adapted with care and delivered with age-appropriate historical context by award-winning historian Ibram X. Kendi, Cudjo's incredible story is now available for young readers and emerging scholars. With powerful illustrations by Jazzmen Lee-Johnson, this poignant work is an invaluable contribution to our shared history and culture.
Zora Neale Hurston
Zora Neale Hurston was an influential African American writer and anthropologist known for her pioneering work in the Harlem Renaissance. Her most notable works include the novel "Their Eyes Were Watching God" and the collection of folklore "Mules and Men." Hurston's writing style was characterized by its rich use of dialect and vivid depictions of Southern life and African American culture. She made significant contributions to literature by showcasing the experiences of Black women and challenging societal norms. "Their Eyes Were Watching God" is considered her most famous work, exploring themes of love, self-discovery, and empowerment. Hurston's impact on the literary genre of African American literature continues to be felt today, as her works remain influential and relevant.
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