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The untold story of Bridget Mason : a freedwoman becomes an entrepreneur / by Dr. Artika R. Tyner.
"You may have heard about Dred Scott's case to gain his freedom from enslavement. But just a year before the Supreme Court decision in Scott's case, Bridget "Biddy" Mason won her freedom in a California court--and then went on to become the wealthiest Black woman in Los Angeles. With key biographical information and related historical events, this Capstone Captivate book uncovers Mason's story of attaining her freedom, becoming an entrepreneur, and serving her community. Dive into the First but Forgotten series to read rarely told stories from history"--Provided by publisher.
Record details
- ISBN: 9781669070115
- ISBN: 9781669070061
- Physical Description: 32 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 24 cm.
- Publisher: North Mankato, Minnesota : Capstone Press, an imprint of Capstone, [2025]
Content descriptions
| Bibliography, etc. Note: | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Formatted Contents Note: | Los Angeles Historymaker -- Enslaved Across the Country -- Winning Her Freedom in Court -- Real Estate Entrepreneur -- Serving the Community -- Mason's Legacy. |
| Target Audience Note: | Ages 8 to 11 Capstone Press. Grades 4-6 Capstone Press. |
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| Genre: | Enslaved persons. |
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| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Circulation Modifier | Status | Due Date | Courses |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ontario Community Library | j. 921 MASON (Text) | 33330004801066 | Juvenile Non-Fiction | Available | - |
