William Still, hailed as the "Father of the Underground Railroad," was a visionary leader and courageous champion of freedom. A brilliant strategist and tireless organizer, he assisted thousands of Americans in escaping slavery through a covert network he helped develop and sustain during one of the most transformative periods in American history. His efforts in the antebellum abolition movement were the catalyst for America's deadliest war--the Civil War. His pursuit of justice was profoundly personal--rooted in his devotion to family and an unwavering belief in liberty. This compelling narrative, told by his great-great grandniece--author and sports legend Valerie Still--restores the legacy of a pivotal yet often overlooked freedom fighter and human rights legend. Through never-before-published letters and rare archival materials, it unveils the private world of a man whose courage transformed lives. Central to this powerful account is the poignant correspondence between William and his daughter, Caroline Virginia Still--a pioneering scholar, nineteenth century professional working mother and one of the first Black women physicians in the USA. Rich in research and deeply personal, this book also celebrates the extraordinary women who shaped William's life and legacy--from his courageous mother Charity and steadfast wife Letitia to legendary allies like Harriet Tubman, Sojourner Truth, and Frances Ellen Watkins Harper.

More than a biography, it offers a vivid portrait of an American family's over 300-year journey from enslavement to empowerment to legacy--an enduring testament to resistance, resilience, and love. Ultimately, it shows that true liberation and empowerment are rooted in the bonds we share as family--reminding us that our strength as a human family endures. Still Family.