Harriet Tubman, Secret Agent: How Daring Slaves and Free Blacks Spied for the Union During the Civil War

A parent might reach for this book when their history-loving child craves a story that goes beyond textbook facts, revealing the hidden heroism of the Civil War. "Harriet Tubman, Secret Agent" uncovers the astonishing true story of how Tubman, already famous for her work on the Underground Railroad, became a spy, scout, and nurse for the Union Army. The book explores themes of profound bravery, the fight for justice, and perseverance against unimaginable odds. Appropriate for mature middle-grade readers, it uses an exciting spy narrative to frame a crucial, often-overlooked part of American history, celebrating the agency of Black Americans in their own liberation.