She Came to Slay

The Life and Times of Harriet Tubman

By: Erica Armstrong Dunbar

Narrated by: Robin Miles, Erica Armstrong Dunbar

In the bestselling tradition of The Notorious RBG comes a lively, informative, and illustrated tribute to one of the most exceptional women in American history—Harriet Tubman—a heroine whose fearlessness and activism still resonate today.

Harriet Tubman is best known as one of the most famous conductors on the Underground Railroad. As a leading abolitionist, her bravery and selflessness has inspired generations in the continuing struggle for civil rights. Now, National Book Award nominee Erica Armstrong Dunbar presents a fresh take on this American icon blending traditional biography, illustrations, photos, and engaging sidebars that illuminate the life of Tubman as never before.

Not only did Tubman help liberate hundreds of slaves, she was the first woman to lead an armed expedition during the Civil War, worked as a spy for the Union Army, was a fierce suffragist, and was an advocate for the aged. She Came to Slay reveals the many complexities and varied accomplishments of one of our nation’s true heroes and offers an accessible and modern interpretation of Tubman’s life that is both informative and engaging.

Filled with rare outtakes of commentary, an expansive timeline of Tubman’s life, photos (both new and those in public domain), commissioned illustrations, and sections including “Harriet By the Numbers” (number of times she went back down south, approximately how many people she rescued, the bounty on her head) and “Harriet’s Homies” (those who supported her over the years), She Came to Slay is a stunning and powerful mix of pop culture and scholarship and proves that Harriet Tubman is well deserving of her permanent place in our nation’s history.

Magnificent!

I wish this narrative was around when I was a young one 50+ years ago. I can’t stop the tears of joy from rolling down my face. This is an awesome read and the narrator had me totally captivated as if I was literally part of the story, well done, “STANDING O!!”

A Hero For All

I had not known of all the struggles that Harriet Thubman--Davis suffered but she was and always will be a beacon of hope and belief that if you have a vision and a strong spiritual guidance you can step outside yourself and give freely to those in need. I loved this book it made me want to speak to Harriet to gain that same selfless spirit she inbodied to be able to save so many.

The incredible life of Harriett Tubman

I did not know much about Harriett Tubman’s life. But after this book, I now know about the incredible woman, warrior, and woman of God. She did selfless work to help others.

True American Shero!!!

This book was informative, inspiring and exhilarating. Harriet Tubman Davis was truly a remarkable woman.

Fabulous

What an inspiring, fascinating, important (but also easy) listen. I especially loved the author reading the author's note in the beginning. Grateful for the model of courage and purpose that Harriet Tubman gave us all.