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Ira Aldridge: The Shakespearean Actor – I Was There
Judy Hepburn
I Was There… is a perfect introduction for younger readers into stories from the past, allowing children to imagine that they were really there. I Was There… Ira Aldridge tells the exciting story of the African-American actor, Ira Aldridge, who rose to fame on the London stage. Brilliantly imagined, readers aged 7+ will love this first-hand account of a child’s experience of nineteenth-century London and the vibrant life of the theatre. Amazing black-and-white illustrations throughout bring the story to life! Perfect stories for children who are struggling with their reading