To Be A Slave is a 1968 nonfiction children's book by Julius Lester, illustrated by Tom Feelings.

The book includes many personal accounts of former slaves, accompanied by Lester's historical commentary and Feelings' powerful and muted paintings.

To Be a Slave has been a touchstone in children's literature for more than 30 years.

[1] To Be a Slave has won numerous awards, including the 1968 Newbery Honor medal.

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