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Susan Campbell Bartoletti

    November 18, 1958

    Susan Campbell Bartoletti is an American writer of children's literature. Her works are characterized by a deep understanding of the child psyche and the world children inhabit. With a keen sense of detail and a strong narrative voice, she explores themes that resonate with young readers. Her writing often reflects her own passion for storytelling and the inspiration she finds in the world around her.

    Black Potatoes
    Growing Up in Coal Country
    Hitler Youth: Growing Up in Hitler's Shadow (Scholastic Focus)
    How Women Won the Vote
    The Boy Who Dared
    Terrible Typhoid Mary
    • 2023

      Terrible Typhoid Mary

      A True Story of the Deadliest Cook in America

      • 240 pages
      • 9 hours of reading

      The biography delves into the life of Mary Mallon, known as Typhoid Mary, revealing her as a complex figure often misrepresented in history. Written by award-winning author Susan Campbell Bartoletti, the narrative combines investigative storytelling with historical detail, portraying Mallon's struggles and the societal perceptions of her as a carrier of typhoid fever. This engaging account challenges readers to reconsider the legacy of a woman who became a symbol of fear and misunderstanding in early 20th-century America.

      Terrible Typhoid Mary
    • 2020

      How Women Won the Vote

      • 80 pages
      • 3 hours of reading
      4.1(212)Add rating

      This is how history should be told to kids--with photos, illustrations, and captivating storytelling. From Newbery Honor medalist Susan Campbell Bartoletti and in time to celebrate the 100th anniversary of women's suffrage in America comes the page-turning, stunningly illustrated, and tirelessly researched story of the little-known DC Women's March of 1913. Bartoletti spins a story like few others--deftly taking readers by the hand and introducing them to suffragists Alice Paul and Lucy Burns. Paul and Burns met in a London jail and fought their way through hunger strikes, jail time, and much more to win a long, difficult victory for America and its women. Includes extensive back matter and dozens of archival images to evoke the time period between 1909 and 1920.

      How Women Won the Vote
    • 2018

      The Boy Who Dared

      • 208 pages
      • 8 hours of reading
      4.2(85)Add rating

      Set against the backdrop of Nazi Germany, this gripping novel follows a courageous youth who challenges the regime by revealing the harsh truths about Hitler. The story delves into themes of bravery and moral integrity, showcasing the struggles faced by those who dare to speak out in oppressive times. Written by a Newbery Honor-winning author, it offers a poignant exploration of resistance and the quest for truth in a dark historical context.

      The Boy Who Dared
    • 2010

      They Called Themselves the K.K.K.

      The Birth of an American Terrorist Group

      • 176 pages
      • 7 hours of reading
      3.9(2652)Add rating

      Set in post-Civil War America, the narrative explores the origins of the Ku Klux Klan, beginning with a group of young men who form a secret club in Pulaski, Tennessee. As their playful antics escalate, the group evolves into a notorious terrorist organization, the Invisible Empire, spreading fear across the South. Drawing from oral histories, diaries, and congressional documents, Susan Campbell Bartoletti provides a chilling account of how this group took root in American democracy, making it a significant and thought-provoking read.

      They Called Themselves the K.K.K.
    • 2005

      Black Potatoes

      The Story of the Great Irish Famine, 1845-1850

      • 184 pages
      • 7 hours of reading
      4.0(1058)Add rating

      Winning the 2002 Sibert Medal, this book stands out for its exceptional contribution to children's informational literature. It combines engaging storytelling with rich illustrations, making complex topics accessible and enjoyable for young readers. The work emphasizes the importance of research and factual accuracy, shedding light on significant themes while captivating its audience. Perfect for educational settings, it encourages curiosity and learning through its well-crafted narrative and visual appeal.

      Black Potatoes
    • 2005
    • 2003

      Kids on Strike!

      • 208 pages
      • 8 hours of reading
      3.8(268)Add rating

      The early 1900s saw nearly two million children laboring in harsh conditions across the United States. From coal mines to cotton mills, these young workers endured long hours and severe hardships. As oppression continued, children began to unite, advocating for better wages, housing, and safer workplaces. Their strikes varied in success, with some stories revealing shocking realities while others highlight resilience and hope. This narrative showcases the courage and determination of the children who played a crucial role in shaping American industry.

      Kids on Strike!
    • 1999

      Growing Up in Coal Country

      • 128 pages
      • 5 hours of reading
      4.0(352)Add rating

      Inspired by her in-laws' recollections of working in coal country, Susan Campbell Bartoletti has gathered the voices of men, women, and children who immigrated to and worked in northeastern Pennsylvania at the turn of the century. The story that emerges is not just a story of long hours, little pay, and hazardous working conditions; it is also the uniquely American story of immigrant families working together to make a new life for themselves. It is a story of hardship and sacrifice, yet also of triumph and the fulfillment of hopes and dreams.

      Growing Up in Coal Country