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Benjamin Banneker
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  • Authored by: Heather Lehr Wagner
  • From the Series: Leaders of the Colonial Era
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  • ISBN-10: 1438144369
  • ISBN-13: 978-1-4381-4436-8
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  • Imprint: Chelsea House
  • Published: 06/01/2013
  • Dewey Number: 520
  • Reading Level: Grades 5-8

Summary

Benjamin Banneker's life story is filled with extraordinary accomplishments. The son and grandson of former slaves, he taught himself mathematics, astronomy, and surveying while living on an isolated family farm. Banneker participated in surveying the site of the new Capitol of the United States, published several popular almanacs based on his observations of the stars, and even corresponded with Thomas Jefferson, sharing his hope that future president would change his position on slavery. During his lifetime, his accomplishments were frequently referred to as important evidence proving that skin color was no prediction of intelligence or ability, examples abolitionists later used. Benjamin Banneker relates the story of this remarkable man, bringing his story to life with engaging text and vivid photographs.

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About the Author(s)

Heather Lehr Wagner is a writer and editor. She is the author of numerous books exploring political and social issues, including several books focusing on the people who shaped colonial America. She has earned a B.A. in political science from Duke University and an M.A. in government from the College of William and Mary. She lives with her family in Pennsylvania.

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