Forge
Forge by Laurie Halse Anderson is a reprint edition published by Simon and Schuster on April 24, 2012. This 297-page book is written in English and is part of the historical middle grade series, The Seeds of America trilogy. The story follows Curzon, a runaway slave navigating the challenges of life in the Patriot Army during the harsh winter at Valley Forge, where he faces both the rigors of soldiering and the constant fear of being discovered.
Readers will find a narrative that explores themes of friendship and the quest for freedom against the backdrop of the Colonial and Revolutionary periods in the United States. As Curzon grapples with his identity and circumstances, he also interacts with Isabel, who is at Valley Forge against her will. Together, they must confront the complexities of their relationship while striving for a future free from the constraints of their pasts. This edition offers a poignant look at the historical context of the time, highlighting the experiences of African American individuals during a pivotal moment in American history.
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“One of the best novels they have ever read.” —Kirkus Reviews
Curzon navigates the dangers of being a runaway slave in this keenly felt second novel in in the historical middle grade The Seeds of America trilogy from acclaimed author Laurie Halse Anderson.
Blistering winds. Bitter cold. And the hope of a new future.
The Patriot Army was shaped and strengthened by the desperate circumstances of the Valley Forge winter. This is where Curzon the boy becomes Curzon the young man. In addition to the hardships of soldiering, he lives with the fear of discovery, for he is an escaped slave passing for free.
And then there is Isabel, who is also at Valley Forge—against her will. She and Curzon have to sort out the tangled threads of their friendship while figuring out what stands between the two of them and true freedom.
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