Quote by Ann Rinaldi

Hang a Thousand Trees with Ribbons: The Story of Phillis Wheatley is a biography that examines the life of Phillis Wheatley, a significant figure in the history of African American literature. The book covers Wheatley's early life, her capture from Africa, her education, and her remarkable talent for poetry. It highlights her first published book, Poems on Various Subjects, Religious and Moral, which was the first book of poetry by an African American to be published in the United States. The narrative also discusses Wheatley's social and cultural context, her relationships with prominent figures of the time, and the impact of her work on the American literary scene. more