Get On Board, by Jim Haskins

Coretta Scott King Award-winning author Jim Haskins tells the story of the Underground Railroad. New in paperback, this colorful history weaves together personal stories, historical material, and letters of "conductors" and "stationmasters" who helped slaves to freedom. An introductory history to the underground railroad weaves together personal stories, historical material, and letters by the individuals who provided assistance along the dangerous path to freedom.