Historical fiction setting immerses readers in the Civil War era for a vivid learning experience
Children's hardcover format ensures durability and longevity for repeated reading
Themes of heritage, courage, and friendship inspire positive values in young readers
Engaging narrative encourages empathy and understanding of historical events
Summarized by Shop
Nine-year-old Hannah is a Quaker girl who lives in Philadelphia just before the Civil War. She is strong-willed and imaginative, brave in the face of danger. Soon, she learns the value of her plain clothes and the proud heritage they represent when she takes part in helping an escaped slave make her way along the Underground Railroad.