{"product_id":"captain-robert-smalls-the-greatest-civil-war-hero-book-one-paperback","title":"Captain Robert Smalls: The Greatest Civil War Hero; Book One - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eDashan Thomas\u003c\/b\u003e (Illustrator), \u003cb\u003eErica Thomas\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eDashan Thomas\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIrresistibly illustrated in uncommon detail, this book tells \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ea story you wish you'd heard earlier in a way you'll never forget.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eDiscover the Heroic Journey of Captain Robert Smalls: The Greatest Civil War Hero\u003c\/b\u003eExplore the inspiring story of \u003cb\u003eCaptain Robert Smalls\u003c\/b\u003e, an enslaved man who commandeered the steam ship \"Planter\", sailed it to freedom, and became a pivotal figure in the Civil War.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrue Story, Graphic Novel Format: Engages readers aged 9-18+ with vibrant illustrations and accessible storytelling.\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEmpowering Black History: Focuses on teamwork, family, and overcoming injustice, offering a positive narrative with minimal trauma.\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEducational Value: Includes real-life photos and bibliographies for deeper learning.\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthor Expertise: DaShan Thomas brings a unique artistic and narrative style, blending historical accuracy with adventure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGreat Granddaddy says when Robert Smalls made a plan to escape slavery, he brought as much of the community with him as he could. Together, they would work as a team and do the impossible. But the story doesn't end there! \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eRobert Smalls, born and raised as an enslaved person, commandeered a steamer ship with his crew and all of their families. They sailed to freedom, and then won several pivotal battles in the Civil War, which in turn won the freedom of all enslaved people in the United States. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis is the true story Great Granddaddy shares one evening, from the warmth of his backyard garden in the Historic Black Pullman neighborhood. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eAt 12 years old, Robert Smalls is standing on the docks at Charleston. He is alone, his family is far away. Unfair describes every day. He remembers his mother telling him they were supposed to be free, and the encouragement from the carriage driver that brought him here: \"learn to love to learn.\" Young Robert Smalls looked at the boats in front of him and decided to learn everything he could about them. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eYears later, Hannah Smalls is on board The Confederate Steamship Planter. Lazy, mean Confederate Officers just left, and Hannah's husband Robert is telling her he has a plan to take this boat and everyone on board past enemy lines to safety. Together, they have worked as a team throughout their marriage, always aiming for freedom. What Robert suggests is dangerous, risky, and wildly brave. Hannah agrees completely with the plan. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eBurress is a different kind of runaway. He hates the plan. Burress is the type of slave who thinks he can get his freedom by telling on all the other slaves. He thinks they should listen to HIM, and be more grateful to massa. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eSmalls will soon join the Union Navy to fight the confederates. At first Robert will be given the commission of Pilot of the Planter. But circumstances in a battle that the Union Navy wasn't supposed to be a part of, will force Robert to make the choice of being a brave man or a coward that will get his Black Crew Mates Killed. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eToday, Jelani is a kid in his Great Granddaddy's backyard, listening to him tell the life story of Captain Robert Smalls. As he helps Great Granddaddy choose basil and tomatoes, Jelani learns how essential each of Robert Smalls' crew members were, how they worked as a team, and how Smalls never stopped working to help his people. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eSurrounded by his cousins Jaleesa, Jazmine, Jaleel - and new little cousin Izzy - Jelani learns how Smalls became a legendary boat pilot. Great Granddaddy says Robert Smalls would achieve wealth, success and fame as soon as he had the opportunity, but he always remained driven to help other Black People. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eHard truths about the realities of slavery are told honestly but gently, and Great Granddaddy uses a vibrant ensemble cast of characters, a good dose of adventure and some occasional comic relief to make each part of the story easier to understand and enjoy.\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 58\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.15 x 11 x 8.5 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e January 25, 2025\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45796805640389,"sku":"9798987329023","price":53.26,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0757\/6718\/5605\/files\/Wrgbo9TIXy9798987329023.webp?v=1782785714","url":"https:\/\/selloorium.com\/products\/captain-robert-smalls-the-greatest-civil-war-hero-book-one-paperback","provider":"Selloorium","version":"1.0","type":"link"}