Cover of The kidnapped prince

The kidnapped prince

The Life of Olaudah Equiano

by Ann Cameron

Reading Level 5-6 Intense (Lvl 4) Ages 9-12

The text is written at a 5th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is intense and may include graphic or distressing scenes.

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About This Book

After being taken from his home in Benin at just 11 years old, a young boy endures years of hardship and slavery across different lands before fighting to earn his freedom. His journey is filled with moments of bravery, heartbreak, and hope, revealing a powerful story of resilience and courage. This compelling tale brings history to life for young readers, inviting them to understand a remarkable life shaped by struggle and strength.

Representation & Themes

HistoricalComing of AgeSocial JusticeFamilyAdventure

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 4 — Intense
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Heavy themes explored in depth. War, death, abuse addressed directly.

Content Flags

Emotional: Fear & Anxiety Emotional: Loss & Grief Physical/Safety: Physical Danger Physical/Safety: Illness & Injury Social: Racial Discrimination
Data confidence: standard

Details

ISBN
0375803467
Pages
133
Publisher
Yearling
Published
2000
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
28,382

Genres

Juvenile Nonfiction

Subjects

Equiano, Olaudah, -- b. 1745 -- Juvenile literatureEquiano, Olaudah, -- b. 1745Slaves -- Biography -- Juvenile literatureSlavesBiographyJuvenile literatureBlacks, biographyEnslaved persons

People

Olaudah Equiano (b. 1745)