Susie King Taylor
Nurse, Teacher & Freedom Fighter
By Candace Buford, Erica Armstrong Dunbar | Publisher: Aladdin
About the book
From the acclaimed, New York Times bestselling author of Never Caught and She Came to Slay comes a vibrant middle grade biography of Susie King Taylor, one of the first Black Civil War nurses, in a new series spotlighting Black women who left their mark on history.
A groundbreaking figure in every sense of the word, Susie King Taylor (1848–1912) was one of the first Black nurses during the Civil War, tending to the wounded soldiers of the 1st South Carolina Volunteer Infantry Regiment. Afterward, she was a key figure in establishing a postbellum educational system for formerly bonded Black people, opening several dedicated schools in Georgia. Taylor was also one of the first Black women to publish her memoirs.
Even as her country was at war with itself, Taylor valiantly fought for the rights of her people and demonstrated true heroism.
Editions of Susie King Taylor
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9781665919944
- Paperback
- ISBN 9781665919937
- EBook
- ISBN 9781665919951
Read an Excerpt
From the acclaimed, New York Times bestselling author of Never Caught and She Came to Slay comes a vibrant middle grade biography of Susie King Taylor, one of the first Black Civil War nurses, in a new series spotlighting Black women who left their mark on history.
A groundbreaking figure in every sense of the word, Susie King Taylor (1848–1912) was one of the first Black nurses during the Civil War, tending to the wounded soldiers of the 1st South Carolina Volunteer Infantry Regiment. Afterward, she was a key figure in establishing a postbellum educational system for formerly bonded Black people, opening several dedicated schools in Georgia. Taylor was also one of the first Black women to publish her memoirs.
Even as her country was at war with itself, Taylor valiantly fought for the rights of her people and demonstrated true heroism.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Susie King Taylor about?
From the acclaimed, New York Times bestselling author of Never Caught and She Came to Slay comes a vibrant middle grade biography of Susie King Taylor, one of the first Black Civil War nurses, in a new series spotlighting Black women who left their mark on history.
A groundbreaking figure in every sense of the word, Susie King Taylor (1848–1912) was one of the first Black nurses during the Civil War, tending to the wounded soldiers of the 1st South Carolina Volunteer Infantry Regiment. Afterward, she was a key figure in establishing a postbellum educational system for formerly bonded Black people, opening several dedicated schools in Georgia. Taylor was also one of the first Black women to publish her memoirs.
Even as her country was at war with itself, Taylor valiantly fought for the rights of her people and demonstrated true heroism.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Susie King Taylor?
Children’s, Teenage and Educational > Children’s / Teenage: General interest > Children’s / Teenage general interest: Biography and autobiography
Where can I read a sample of Susie King Taylor?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781665919944
Is Susie King Taylor part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?
Yes it is a part of series Rise. Risk. Remember. Incredible Stories of Courageous Black Women
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Susie King Taylor?
Candace Buford, Erica Armstrong Dunbar
Who is the Publisher of the book Susie King Taylor?
Aladdin
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Susie King Taylor is available as hardcover(ISBN 9781665919944) and paperback(ISBN 9781665919937) and ebook(ISBN 9781665919951)
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