Amistad: The Slave Uprising Aboard the Spanish Schooner

Echoing a cry for freedom that can still be heard today, "Amistad" portrays the dignity and agony of the charismatic leader Cinque and 52 other kidnapped Africans, who overthrew their captors and embarked on a long journey toward liberty in a world that aimed to deny them justice. Written for readers of all ages, the book includes period illustrations and maps.