Christmas in the Big House, Christmas in the QuartersThe year is 1859, and it's Christmastime on a Virginia Plantation. The slaves are setting up the Big House -- where their masters live -- for the festivities. The Big House is filled with warmth, colorful decorations, and delicious food... but there is talk of war and a sense that times may be changing. In the quarters -- where the slaves live conditions are poor, dirty, and cold, but the slaves are filled with hope for better times ahead, and they sing songs of freedom. Moving deftly between two worlds, this beautifully illustrated book by award-winning authors Patricia and Fredrick McKassick is a rich historical tale as well as a holiday treat. |
Contents
CHRISTMAS EVE A VERY BUSY DAY | 18 |
ALL DAY ITS CHRISTMAS | 34 |
WE WEAR THE MASK ON NEW YEARS EVE | 48 |
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Christmas in the Big House: Christmas in the Quarters Pat McKissack,Fredrick McKissack,John Thompson No preview available - 2002 |
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