The Tubman Train (Underground Railroad)

"The Tubman Train" tells the incredible story of Harriet Tubman, the most famous conductor on the Underground Railroad. Her name is legendary, but many don't know Harriet's full story. "The Tubman Train" starts with her dramatic early years, including the pivotal day when she began having visions from God. Visions of flying North. The story follows Harriet through her own escape in 1849 and the beginning of her work as the "She-Moses," culminating with the dramatic attempt to rescue her brothers. "The Tubman Train" is the first novel to explore the complicated relationship between Harriet and her brothers, who kept backing out of every escape opportunity that came their way. It also explores the intense faith of Harriet Tubman and the excruciating decision that every slave faced--whether to put it all on the line to run North. This gripping historical novel is aimed at an adult and young adult audience.