The Amistad Mutiny: From the Court Case to the Movie (Library Binding) (ISBN-13: 9780766030541)

In 1839, a group of enslaved Africans bound for Cuba mutinied on their ship, the Amistad. They attempted to sail back to Africa, but ended up in the waters off New York, where they were recaptured and put on trial. Author Melissa Eisen Azarian explores the history behind the case, the trial, and the movie, Amistad, based on their fight for freedom. Illustrated with paintings from the period and stills from the movie.

Author: Melissa Eisen Azarian
ISBN-10: 0766030547
ISBN-13: 9780766030541
Publisher: Enslow Publishing
Language: English
Published: 01/16/2010
Pages: 128
Format: Library Binding
Weight: 0.85lbs
Size: 9.30h x 6.70w x 0.40d

Review Citation(s):
School Library Journal 04/01/2009 pg. 89
Hornbook Guide to Children 01/01/2010 pg. 121 - Below Average, With Minor Flaw