The compelling true story behind the building of the White House, a powerful part of history rarely taught. From Coretta Scott King Award winners Charles R. Smith Jr. and Floyd Cooper.The home of the United States president was built by many hands, including those of slaves, who undertook this amazing achievement long before there were machines to do those same jobs. Stirring and emotional, Floyd Cooper's stunning illustrations bring to life the faces of those who endured hard, brutal work when the profit of their labor was paid to the master, not the slave. The fact that many were able to purchase their freedom after earning money from learning a trade speaks to the strength of those individuals. They created this iconic emblem of America, brick by brick.Includes an insightful author's note and a list of selected resources.
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Charles R. Smith, Jr. is the creator of over 17 children's books for children. He has been praised for both his stunning photography and his energetic poetry that appeals to kids. P. Craig Russell is a highly acclaimed comic and graphic novel artist who has worked on many series with D.C. Comics and has collaborated with Neil Gaiman on several books, includi
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