Book: Elijah of Buxton By Christopher Paul Curtis

Literature circle edition: Eleven-year-old Elijah lives in Buxton, Canada, a settlement of runaway slaves near the American border. Elijah's the first child in town to be born free, and he ought to be famous just for that- not to mention for being the best best at chucking rocks and catching fish. Unfortunately, all that most people see is a "fra-gile" boy who's scared of snakes and tends to talk too much. But everything changes when a former slave steals money from Elijah's friend, who has been saving to buy his family out of captivity in the South. Now it's up to Elijah to track down the thief- and his dangerous journey just might make a hero out of him, if only he can find the courage to get back home. Normal book wear, name written on back of cover & writing on first page (photographed). No rips or tears or other writing that I see. My home is smoke & pet free. Create your own bundle, receive a bundle discount, pay one shipping fee & save!