Americans—The Spirit of a NationAge Level: 10–up Grade Level: 5–up Each book is an overview of the life of an American who captured the spirit of the nation. Spanning most of American history, these biographies will be helpful not only for research and reports, but also for the casual reader. Good stories of Americans who captured the spirit of the nation Exciting topics for research and reports Spans eighteenth through early twentieth centuries Supports the History/Social Studies curriculum6 1/2” x 9 1/4” 128pp. Illus. with color and black-and-white illustrations Contains a timeline, chapter notes, a glossary, a further reading list, Internet addresses, and an index Spring 2008 Page 1 of 3123 Billy the Kid "It Was a Game of Two and I Got There First" Paul B. Thompson "Who is it? Who is it?" Billy the Kid shouted in the dark room. Sheriff Pat Garrett, looming in the shadows, did not respond, but fired his gun at the voice. A bright flash lit up the room. After the commotion, a light went on to reveal Billy the Kid dead on the floor...Read More Buying Options ISBN: 978-0-7660-3480-8 Binding: Library Bound BookList Price: $35.93Discount Price: $26.95 LL Loading… Clara Barton "Face Danger, But Never Fear It" Don Nardo During the bloodiest battle on American soil at Antietam Creek, Clara Barton worked tirelessly in the midst of chaos bandaging wounds and giving soldiers water. Although soldiers found it unusual to have a woman on the frontlines, they appreciated her hard work and kindness...Read More Buying Options ISBN: 978-0-7660-3024-4 Binding: Library Bound BookList Price: $35.93Discount Price: $26.95 LL Loading… Dolley Madison "The Enemy Cannot Frighten a Free People" Zachary Kent As British soldiers marched toward Washington, D.C. on August 24, 1814, Dolley Madison bravely stayed at the White House waiting for her husband, President James Madison. Most residents had fled the city, but Dolley had to save important documents and valuables from the White House, including the famous painting of George Washington...Read More Buying Options ISBN: 978-0-7660-3356-6 Binding: Library Bound BookList Price: $35.93Discount Price: $26.95 LL Loading… Edgar Allan Poe "Deep Into That Darkness Peering" Jeff Burlingame Despite Edgar Allan Poe’s brilliant career as a poet and short-story writer, he constantly battled poverty, alcoholism, and family problems. His famous poem “The Raven” brought him acclaim during his life, but his legacy as the father of detective and horror stories would not come until after his mysterious death...Read More Buying Options ISBN: 978-0-7660-3020-6 Binding: Library Bound BookList Price: $35.93Discount Price: $26.95 LL Loading… Elizabeth Cady Stanton "Woman Knows the Cost of Life" Deborah Kent In 1848, on a sweltering July day in the small town of Seneca Falls, New York, Elizabeth Cady Stanton and her fellow supporters would make history. They staged the first ever women’s rights convention...Read More Buying Options ISBN: 978-0-7660-3357-3 Binding: Library Bound BookList Price: $35.93Discount Price: $26.95 LL Loading… Frederick Douglass "Truth Is of No Color" Michael A. Schuman In September 1838, Frederick Douglass jumped aboard a train leaving Baltimore. He faced a long and dangerous journey as a runaway slave, but Douglass believed freedom was worth the risk. When he reached New York City, Douglass basked in his newfound freedom...Read More Buying Options ISBN: 978-0-7660-3025-1 Binding: Library Bound BookList Price: $35.93Discount Price: $26.95 LL Loading… Page 1 of 3123 Loading… Loading… Loading... Library Bound Book: List Price: $467.09 Discount Price: $350.35 + Add to wish list Please log in Log in or register to create a wish list. Login or Register Loading…