Journey Back to Freedom
The Olaudah Equiano Story
(Author) Catherine JohnsonFrom the horrors of the slave trade to a book that changed the world, Catherine Johnson celebrates the incredible life of Olaudah Equiano in this gripping true story. Aged only eleven, Olaudah Equiano was cruelly snatched from his home in Africa and sold into slavery. He spent much of the next ten years serving various masters at sea, travelling to the far corners of the globe.
He witnessed horrendous cruelty and occasional kindness, while experiencing daring adventures and extreme peril. Throughout it all, he never gave up hope that one day he would be free again. This is his incredible true story.
Particularly suitable for readers aged 9+ with a reading age of 8.
Catherine Johnson
Catherine Johnson is a British author known for her historical fiction novel "The Curious Tale of the Lady Caraboo". Her writing style blends vivid storytelling with meticulous research, creating rich and immersive worlds. Johnson's work sheds light on forgotten historical figures, giving voice to marginalized perspectives in literature.