About This Book

This inspirational book tells the true story of the first freeborn child of Louisiana sharecroppers who rose from a world of poverty and discrimination to find success as a businesswoman and philanthropist.

This biography details the life of Sarah Breedlove Walker, who pioneered hair and beauty care products for black women, and became a great financial success. As an African-American girl born in the South just after the end of slavery, Sarah learns the importance of hard work while admiring the confidence of self-assured women.  As an adult, she gains this confidence herself while operating her own business.

Walker's story exemplifies the courage to dream and determination of a woman who wanted a better life for herself and her race.

Full-color illustrations.

About the Authors or Illustrators

Kathryn Lasky

Newbery Honor author Kathryn Lasky's body of work ranges from such critically acclaimed books as Beyond the Burning Time to the bestselling Guardians of Ga'Hoole series.

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