Juneteenth Day / Denise M. Jordan.
| Author/creator | Jordan, Denise |
| Format | Book |
| Publication Info | Chicago : Heinemann Library, ©2003. |
| Description | 32 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 23 cm. |
| Supplemental Content | Table of contents |
| Subjects |
| Series | Holiday histories Holiday histories. ^A565196 |
| Contents | A celebration of freedom -- What is Juneteenth Day? -- Why were African-Americans slaves? -- An argument over slavery -- A war is started -- Rumors of freedom -- The Union goes to Texas -- Free at last -- Celebrating freedom -- Why is Juneteenth Day called Juneteenth Day? -- How is Juneteenth celebrated today? -- Where are Juneteenth celebrations held? -- Juneteenth jubilee -- Important dates. |
| Abstract | Describes the holiday known as Juneteenth Day, which has roots in Texas and which celebrates the end of slavery in the United States. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references (p. 31) and index. |
| LCCN | 2003007827 |
| ISBN | 1403435057 (hardcover) |
| ISBN | 9781403435057 (hardcover) |
| ISBN | 1403442533 (pbk.) |
| ISBN | 9781403442536 (pbk.) |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joyner | TRC Nonfiction | 394.263 J762J | ✔ Available | Place Hold |