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Summary: Amous Fortun Free Man
Review: "LOOK,LOOK THE COOLEST BOOK, AMOSE FORTUNE FREE MAN!" In Amose Fortune my disbelief was completely suspended when they had the war on the Asmansade. My disbelief was suspended because of all of the action,blood,and war. Then the book started getting boring,that all changed in the next chapter. Then they were taken to court the "Serpreme Court." At the age of 46 Amose bout his freedom(I better stop giving the book away and let you the book your self).Well got to go, bye.
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Summary: Amos Fortune Free Man
Review: Amos Fortune Free Man by Elisabeth Yates is a very meaningful book, taking the reader on a journy though a slaves life. Though freadom,love,deth and peace it is a wonderful book . Amose Fortune is a very giving ,loving charactor,who always thinks of himself before others, creating a very touching charactor. One of my favorite moments is when the dauter of his master is reading to him and he hears he could be king. That gives him the courge to be part of this new world. If you like historical fiction or books that can move you to tears Amos Fortune Free Man is right for you.
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Summary: Amos Fortune
Review: Amos Fortune was a great book. It is about well Amos of course, and his trip through life. It include the hardships of being a a slave, being black, and living a good clean, happy life. He marrys Violet, adopts Celyndia, professed Christianity, lived reputably, and just had a great life. I read this book for a class progect and loved it! It kept me hooked and I didn't want the book yo end when I finished it! I think you would like it too!
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Summary: Wonderful Book, Amos Fortune was
Review: Amos Fortune was an amazing book about the true human heart, Every body should read it!!!!
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Summary: Slavery exposed and triumphantly overcome
Review: Amos Fortune, Free Man" succeeds on many levels. It is an accurate piece of historical fiction, dramatizing the events and people that filled the early days of colonial America. It is compassionate in its approach to the irony and hypocrisy of the times. It is a fitting tribute to all slaves who endured unspeakable hardships from slave to free man. The author begins the story with Amos's life, as Prince At-mun, in the wilds of Africa. The subjugation into slavery and the trip along the Middle Passage is told with accuracy and strength. As an African-American, I was moved by the enduring qualities exhibited by this man, his unwavering desire to be free, his longing to help others, and his pride in himself. All the characters in the book are representative of the citizens of the day. The book is noticeably free of the vilest of the slave owners, but the thought of forced servitude by one man on the other is horrible enough. Descriptive writing of the setting makes the reader feel that he or she is in the hold of the great slave ship, is walking along the busy port cities of New England, and is enjoying the majestic beauty of New Hampshire's mountains. Amos Fortune never really resigns himself to the fact that he is a slave. This constant vigilance for self-rule is the abiding theme throughout. A strong sense of independence is presented in the man's words and deeds. The novel provides the reader with a realistic view of how things really were. By also including the language used in documents of the period, the author contrasts the brevity of modern tongue with the wordiness of colonial times. This enhances the authenticity of the text. The book is a triumph of man over adversity. It is a worthwhile addition to any child's literary background.
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Summary: Amos Fortune - A Successful Slave
Review: Amos Fortune,named At-mun at first, is prince of the At-mun-shi people in Africa. Right before the time of the planting of corn, At-mun and others in his tribe are captured and taken to America as slaves. Amos, now living in Massachusetts, learns to live among white men and eventually gains his freedom. While in Massachusetts, Amos looks at the port for his little sister, Ath-mun. She was left behind in Africa when Amos was taken, but Amos searched to see if she had been brought to America since then, and maybe would come off of a ship at the port some time. Because of Amos' wanting Ath-mun to be cared for, he dedicated himself to helpless people. He helped many people in his lifetime.
Amos' last name, Fortune, was given to him by other slaves who saw how fortunate he was. Both of his masters were good to him. He was taught a good trade as a tanner and became very good at it. He was able to earn freedom for himself and his family.
This story is very good, but it isn't as adventurous as I like books to be. I don't think it really hooked me as much as I wish it would have. I think a lot of people will really like this book; it just isn't MY idea of a great book.
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Summary: an Inspiring Story of a determined New England slave
Review: Amos Fortune-Free Man is an inspiring semi-true story of a young african prince named At-mun, who at age 15 is captured from his african village, and crosses through the brutal middle passage. In Boston he is sold to a quaker man named Caleb Copeland, who names him Amos. He learns to read, write, and learns to weave and tan. His freinds nickname him Amos Fortune. Indeed he is more fortunate than many slaves of the day. Instead of doing the backbreaking field labor, he would have done had he been sold to a southern plantation, he finds himself doing more managable work, in the New England states.
In addition his masters are more kind than most. At around the age of sixty he bought his own freedom, and eventually the freedom of 3 others. In 1779 he moved to the New Hampshire town of Jaffrey, where he established himself as a sucsessful tanner, and died peacefully at the age of 91. I first read this book 3 years ago, and it is among my favorites. I think it should be required reading for every school (and thats saying alot coming from me). Amos Fortune/At-Mun was a truely amazing man, who tried to sucseed and adapt in american/american colonial society, while never forgetting his african heritage. Some of the words and events may be diffucult for unskilled readers,but in all I think it is one of the best books of all time.
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Summary: A triumphant story of diligence, hope, and compassion.
Review: As an African- American living in New Hampshire, I was particularly proud of Amos Fortunes' achievements, as he made Jaffrey, NH his home. Amos Fortune's story of pride and determination, in the face of tremendous oppression, is a triumphant tale for all ages, and inspires readers to seek the best within themselves and others.
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Summary: An All-Time Favorite
Review: For a good portion of 2002 I have been reading through the Newbery Medal and Honor books. Almost all of those that I have read have been very good, excellent, even outstanding. But Amos Fortune is the cream of the crop! And it's a true story. Elizabeth Yates does a marvelous job of telling the story of Amos, a slave who eventually buys his freedom, as well as freedom for several other slaves. Amos was an amazing man. His courage, determination, and integrity inspired me. I have read hundreds if not thousands of biographies and autobiographies in my life, and Amos Fortune is at the top of my list. Find this book. Read it. Share it with a friend. It may not be for everyone, but it was for me!
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Summary: A fantastic book for kids 10 and up, and for adults!!
Review: I brought this book for my 9 year old who is quite good at reading. I wanted her to learn some history of the slaving times from a different perspective. Amos Fortune is a true story and shows the indominable Christian spirit of this man, and the people who assist him in his life. I read it before I gave it to my daughter and couldn't put it down. It's a fairly short chapter oriented book, a two hour read for most adults. Contains some hard words and some historical events that may need to be explained (but are not overwhelming or offensive) to younger kids.
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