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My Name's Not Friday

by Jon Walter
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My Name's Not Friday - Thryft
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Civil War orphan’s struggle against slavery’s chains.

"My Name's Not Friday" delivers a poignant, often heartrending glimpse into America's turbulent history through the eyes of a young, spirited protagonist who finds himself unjustly thrust into enslavement. If you're looking for a narrative that intertwines personal growth, historical context, and the endurance of hope and identity amidst great adversity, this book should not be missed.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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My Name's Not Friday

by Jon Walter
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ISBN: 9781910200438
Author: Jon Walter
Publisher: David Fickling Books
Date of Publication: 2015-07-02
Format: Hardcover
Related Collections: Historical Fiction, Young Adult
Related Topics: Teen, Coming of Age, World War II, Young Adult Contemporary
Goodreads rating: 3.98
(rated by 1059 readers)
 

Civil War orphan’s struggle against slavery’s chains.

"My Name's Not Friday" delivers a poignant, often heartrending glimpse into America's turbulent history through the eyes of a young, spirited protagonist who finds himself unjustly thrust into enslavement. If you're looking for a narrative that intertwines personal growth, historical context, and the endurance of hope and identity amidst great adversity, this book should not be missed.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

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