The Light Across the RiverIn this powerful sequel to "Across the Wide River," the Rankin home is still a beacon of freedom on the Underground Railroad. Johnny, the seventh of thirteen children in the Rankin family, is growing up quickly and in 1837 is eager to take on the same responsibilities as the rest of his family. But Johnny's father and his brother Lowry think Johnny is too young and too hotheaded to help with something as important and secretive as the Underground Railroad. Johnny understands the need for secrecy, but sometimes the secret is just too good to keep to himself! This engaging novel for young adults offers a further glimpse into a dark period of America's past, and profiles the courageous and godly people who helped bring about its end. |
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... he's feeble - minded . ” She added , “ Biggerman , he gonna kill my George . ” “ Biggerman ? ” The big boys looked at each other . “ Better come with us , ” the one called Cal urged . “ I got more family over to home . ” She would not ...
... He's too stupid to run off by himself . You helped him , you— ” “ What you mean ? ” she wailed . “ George gone ? Oh ... he's drownded , he's drownded ! Lord , have mercy on his soul ! ” “ Good riddance to him ! ” Biggerman pointed at ...
... He's already talked to Mr. James . He's going to sell Beulah and her children to Mr. Adkins , over Germantown way . ” The blood drained from Eliza's face . “ My Mose , too ? ” “ He didn't say anything about him . Oh , what shall I ...
... He's in the parlor , ” Ibby began , “ but ... ” Johnny tore down the hall , excited words tumbling over each other before he reached the doorway . “ Father ! I'm eleven now . It's time you made me a conductor . I promise I will never ...
... he's still not certain he can do it . ” Rock - solid Lowry , unsure of himself ? It hardly seemed pos- sible to Johnny . He tried to sort out what Mandy was saying . She guessed his thoughts . “ Lowry doubts himself all the time . He ...