55 pages • 1 hour read
Julius LesterTo Be a Slave
Nonfiction | Biography | Middle Grade | Published in 1968A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more. For select classroom titles, we also provide Teaching Guides with discussion and quiz questions to prompt student engagement.
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Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
To Be a Slave by Julius Lester is a powerful, evocative account of the experiences of enslaved Africans in America. Praised for its vivid narrative and authentic voices, the book effectively conveys the harsh realities of slavery. However, some readers find the content distressing. Overall, it is a significant educational resource on American history.
Who Should Read To Be a Slave?
A reader who would enjoy To Be a Slave by Julius Lester is likely interested in first-person historical narratives and the African American experience. They may also appreciate works like Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass and Roots by Alex Haley, which similarly delve into the harrowing realities of slavery.
Recommended
Reading Age
12+yearsLexile Level
1040L