Ellen Levine
Born: 01-01-1943
Ellen Levine was an acclaimed author known for her poignant children's and young adult literature. With a background in law and history, her works often delve into themes of social justice and historical events. Notable titles include "Freedom's Children" and "If You Lived at the Time of Martin Luther King." Levine's storytelling captivates readers by weaving factual narratives with compelling characters, offering insightful perspectives on America's past.
Book summaries for books written by Ellen Levine
Quotes
I'm Henry Brown. I'll always be a slave, but I won't be a slave in a box.
I don't want nobody to know how I'm feeling.
I'm a human being, not a package.
Freedom, that's what I want!
Sometimes a man has to make a way out of no way.
I'm going to mail myself to freedom!
I have to be strong. I can't give up, no matter what.
I'm not afraid of the dark, but I don't like it.
I'm going to see my family. I don't care what happens. I'm not going to die a slave.
I'm Henry Brown and I'm free!
Sometimes you have to take a big step to be free.
In my heart, I'm free.