Henriette Delille Rebellious Saint |
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| Author:
| Martinez, Elsie
Stelly, Colette |
| Illustrator:
| Reppel, Phyllis |
| ISBN: | 978-1-58980-839-3 |
| Publication Date: | Jul 2010 |
| Publisher: | Arcadia Publishing
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| Imprint: | Pelican Publishing |
| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | USD $19.95 |
Book Description:
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Born in 1812, free woman of color Henriette Delille resisted her family's efforts to steer her toward a traditional life as the mistress of a white man. Instead she pursued a calling to care for slaves, the sick, and the poor, and established a religious community for women of color. As a result of her work, she is the first African-American candidate for canonization. This middle-reader historical novel offers a fascinating glimpse into her life and into the history and unique culture...
More DescriptionBorn in 1812, free woman of color Henriette Delille resisted her family's efforts to steer her toward a traditional life as the mistress of a white man. Instead she pursued a calling to care for slaves, the sick, and the poor, and established a religious community for women of color. As a result of her work, she is the first African-American candidate for canonization. This middle-reader historical novel offers a fascinating glimpse into her life and into the history and unique culture of the free people of color in New Orleans.