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What was Reconstruction? / by Sherri L. Smith ; illustrated by Tim Foley.

Smith, Sherri L., (author.). Foley, Tim, 1962- (illustrator.).

Summary:

"Reconstruction -- the period after the Civil War -- was meant to give newly freed Black people the same rights as white people. And indeed there were monumental changes once slavery ended -- thriving new Black communities, the first Black members in Congress, and a new sense of dignity for many Black Americans. But this time of hope didn't last long and instead, a deeply segregated United States continued on for another hundred years. Find out what went wrong in this fascinating overview of a troubled time."-- Provided by publisher.

Record details

ISBN: 9780593225936
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ISBN: 9798890331120
Physical Description: 108 pages, 16 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations, maps ; 20 cm.
Publisher: New York : Penguin Workshop, 2022.

Content descriptions

Bibliography, etc. Note:	Includes bibliographical references (page 108).
Formatted Contents Note:	What was reconstruction? -- End of slavery -- Lincoln's plan -- A blaze of glory -- New president, new plan -- Same old south -- First Americans -- Fight for freedom -- Radical reconstruction -- Rise of redemption -- Dark days -- Legacy -- Timelines.
Target Audience Note:	Ages 8-12 Penguin Workshop.