Description |
112 pages : illustrations (some color), color map ; 25 cm |
Series |
Library of American lives and times.
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Summary |
Surveys the life of George Washington, the son of a Virginia tobacco planter who became the first president of the United States. |
Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (page 106 ) and index. |
Contents |
"First in the Hearts of His Countrymen" -- Young surveyor -- Journey to the Ohio River -- Bravery in battle -- Taxation without representation -- Commander in Chief -- Keeping spirits high -- The struggle continues -- The world turned upside down -- Rebellion against law -- "Integrity and Firmness is All I Can Promise" -- President of the United States -- "A Wise, a Good, and a Great Man." |
Study Program |
Accelerated Reader MG 8.6 2 72328 |
Note |
Accelerated Reader MG 8.6 2 72328 |
Subject |
Washington, George, 1732-1799 -- Juvenile literature.
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Presidents -- United States -- Juvenile biography.
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Genre |
Biographies.
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ISBN |
0823966224 |
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