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Born a slave but destined for greatness, Robert Smalls became a Captain in the Union Navy by stealing a Confederate ship. Decades later, retired Congressman Robert Smalls sits down with his grandson to tell the story of his life. Based on historical events.
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    1939834376
  7. ISBN-13
    978-1939834379
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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Stranger Comics
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ June 10, 2025
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 128 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1939834376
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1939834379
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 11.5 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 10.5 x 6.5 x 0.5 inches
  • Best Sellers Rank: #77,657 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.8 out of 5 stars (131)

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ROB EDWARDS has written two classic animated films for Walt Disney Feature Animation: the Academy Award and Golden Globe-nominated THE PRINCESS AND THE FROG and the Academy Award-nominated TREASURE PLANET. In 2025, he has three films being released, including MARVEL’S CAPTAIN AMERICA: BRAVE NEW WORLD and THE KING OF KINGS.  Edwards also consulted on TANGLED, WRECK-IT RALPH, and FROZEN. He also wrote and directed the award-winning animated short film THE PARK BENCH. Edwards is a 20-year veteran of television where he wrote and produced, several television shows, including "The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air,” "Full House,” “A Different World,” “Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip,” “Roc” and "In Living Color.” His debut graphic novel, DEFIANT, is a best seller in three categories on Amazon and is currently being made into a motion picture by Legion M. Edwards is an adjunct professor of screenwriting at the School of Cinematic Arts at USC and the Newhouse School at Syracuse University, where he also serves on the SUMA Advisory Council. 

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4.8 out of 5 stars
131 global ratings

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Customers find this graphic novel an amazing story about Robert Smalls, with incredible illustrations and a beautifully crafted format. They appreciate its historical value and informative content, with one customer noting it serves as a perfect introduction to real heroics for kids.
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26 customers mention story, 26 positive, 0 negative
Customers find the book's story engaging and inspirational, with one customer noting how the art draws readers into the narrative.
this is really a great story. the art is appealing to me and very well done. Inking and lettering are top shelf. A real hidden gem.Read more
...he really enjoyed this book and when he discovered that it was a true story and they’re making a movie, he was thrilled!Read more
Amazing story, definitely something that should be taught in schools! This is an important episode in history that too few people are aware of....Read more
An inspirational story and a great read. Eagerly awaiting the next installment.Read more
18 customers mention content, 18 positive, 0 negative
Customers praise the content of the graphic novel, describing it as an excellent historical work.
Great book why has this not been turned into a movie. it would make a great movieRead more
Great story, great graphic telling.Read more
I absolutely adore this extraordinary book. Rob Edwards I see you! What wonderful work you bring from historyRead more
Fantastic book! Instant classic. David Henry. MPHRead more
13 customers mention historical value, 12 positive, 1 negative
Customers appreciate the historical value of the book, with one mentioning it as a great resource on Black history.
Interesting history.Read more
Well written and professional construction. Great history! Highly recommend.Read more
...The story was well told and easy to grasp. Very interesting piece of history!Read more
Very good presentation of a important historical event!Read more
11 customers mention illustrations, 11 positive, 0 negative
Customers appreciate the illustrations in the graphic novel, describing them as incredible and beautifully crafted, with one customer highlighting the remarkable artistry of Nikolas Draper-Ivey.
This is an excellent graphic novel on the life of Robert Smalls. His story should be better known to all Americans....Read more
AMAZING!!!! This book is intriging, suspenseful, incredible illustrations and a True Story....Read more
This is a very informative and well-written and illustrated book. I think it should be in every school....Read more
Enjoyable book with excellent illustrations! The story was well told and easy to grasp. Very interesting piece of history!Read more
10 customers mention informative, 10 positive, 0 negative
Customers find the book informative, with one mentioning it serves as an excellent way to learn history, while another notes it shares healthy values of self-reliance.
This is a very informative and well-written and illustrated book. I think it should be in every school....Read more
...Alex Paterson and Sean Damien Hill is outstanding, The book is great way to learn about one of those great American stories that don’t often get the...Read more
A excellent way to learn history! Can wait to give this book a to my grandchildrenRead more
...What a hero, Ri er Smalls. I cannot wait for the movie. Great job to all involved bringing this story alive!!Read more
9 customers mention readability, 9 positive, 0 negative
Customers find the book readable, with one mentioning it's worth reading and another recommending it for everyone.
An inspirational story and a great read. Eagerly awaiting the next installment.Read more
A good read. Purchased as a gift for my nephew....Read more
This was very good read and looking forward to more installments as well as a future blockbuster movie!...Read more
Enjoyable book with excellent illustrations! The story was well told and easy to grasp. Very interesting piece of history!Read more
Great graphic novel for most ages.
5 out of 5 stars
Great graphic novel for most ages.
Wonderful historical graphic novel. I like that there was no gratuitous imagery so that I can share this with my tween and teenagers. I look forward to book 2.
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  • deedee
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great subject, great story, great illustrations
    Reviewed in the United States on August 31, 2025
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    Enjoyable book with excellent illustrations! The story was well told and easy to grasp. Very interesting piece of history!
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  • Monster Alice
    5.0 out of 5 stars Buy it for your local library and everyone you know!
    Reviewed in the United States on February 7, 2026
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    Defiant covers the remarkable life of Robert Smalls, an African-American slave, who commandeered a Confederate ship to escape from slavery. True story, and one that should be much better known than it is. Recommended for everyone, but it is a perfect introduction to real heroics for kids who understand how to read comic books, but balk at paragraph books on history.
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  • Jeze
    5.0 out of 5 stars A "must-read"!
    Reviewed in the United States on January 16, 2026
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    This is a very informative and well-written and illustrated book. I think it should be in every school. I actually bought a second book to gift to the school where my daughter teaches. The story of Robert Smalls is amazing!
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  • X
    5.0 out of 5 stars Sharp comic, caring and admirable telling of a very important piece of our national history
    Reviewed in the United States on September 21, 2025
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    Sharp comic/graphic novelette. Innovative retelling of a classic true tale uncovered from history. It's written from the perspective of the hero's grandson, to start, and imho treats some seriously horrible true conditions in a caring way to share the story with young ones. The story telling draws you in and the text and images together set the context economically and emotionally. It's a page-turner, and aside from the important historical value, shares healthy values of self-reliance, respect, love, friendship and family, hope in seemingly hopeless conditions, with the hero adapting to work through each new challenge. Familiar with the story, but didn't expect to be so blown away by this telling. Felt this deepened my understanding of the weird and terrible enslavement system which tbh is not in all that distant past of this nation. Imho this will make a great gift for a wide range of ages
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  • Jaclyn Harris
    5.0 out of 5 stars Good read. True story.
    Reviewed in the United States on February 9, 2026
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    A good read. Purchased as a gift for my nephew. He said he really enjoyed this book and when he discovered that it was a true story and they’re making a movie, he was thrilled!
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  • brent lewis
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great story, great graphic telling.
    Reviewed in the United States on August 26, 2025
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    The story of Robert Smalls as written by Rob Edwards is told here with emotional weight and dynamic historical scope. The art by Alex Paterson and Sean Damien Hill is outstanding, The book is great way to learn about one of those great American stories that don’t often get the spotlight while wetting your whistle and holding you over for the film we one day hope to see.
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  • Lee Holder
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Graphic Novel on Someone who Should be Better Known
    Reviewed in the United States on November 3, 2025
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    This is an excellent graphic novel on the life of Robert Smalls. His story should be better known to all Americans. This graphic novel format makes his story accessible to a wider array of both students and adults. The writing and art draw the reader into the story. I am very happy with this book and would recommend it to anyone wanting to learn more about American and African American history.
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  • Ulfilas
    4.0 out of 5 stars Good story but missing some important details
    Reviewed in the United States on February 12, 2026
    Format: Paperback
    Good story, but it never mentions how Robert Smalls founded the Republican Party in South Carolina. That is a major historical achievement, not sure why it is not mentioned.
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