Cover of Nearer My Freedom

Nearer My Freedom

The Interesting Life of Olaudah Equiano by Himself

by Monica Edinger

Reading Level 7-8 Moderate (Lvl 3) Unknown

The text is written at a 7th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

Experience the powerful journey of Olaudah Equiano, a boy taken from his African home and forced into slavery, who bravely navigates a life at sea and fights for freedom. Told through vivid, poetic verses drawn from his own words, this story brings history to life and highlights the strength of one voice against injustice. Discover the inspiring tale that helped change the world and still resonates today.

Representation & Themes

HistoricalSocial JusticeComing of AgeFamilyAdventure

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 3 — Moderate
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Content Flags

Emotional: Loss & Grief Social: Racial Discrimination Physical/Safety: Physical Danger
Data confidence: standard

Details

ISBN
9781728464077
Pages
216
Publisher
Zest Books TM
Published
2023
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
25,777

Genres

Young Adult Nonfiction