Give Me Liberty : The Story of the Declaration of Independence
Overview
Commentary
This history of the Declaration of Independence traces the events that led up to its creation, beginning with the 1773 Boston Tea Party. Readers will also learn about the Second Continental Congress, the bloody Battle of Bunker Hill, and the work of Thomas Jefferson as he wrote the Declaration. The book concludes with how life is the United States is still shaped by this important document. Color and b&w reproductions accompany the text.
Publisher's Notes
Describes the events leading up to the Declaration of Independence as well as the personalities and politics behind its framing. By the author of the Newbery Honor book, The Wright Brothers: How They Invented the Airplane.
Synopses
Describes the events leading up to the Declaration of Independence as well as the personalities and politics behind its framing.
Reviews
"Another outstanding history book from one of the best writers of children's nonfiction."
Kathleen Odean
Full Details
| Author | |
| Format | Hardcover |
| ISBN | 9780823414482 |
| List Price | $24.95 |
| Publisher | |
| Publication Date | 10/01/2000 |
| Fiction/Non-Fiction | |
| Release Status | In Print |
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| Language | |
| Pages | 112 |
| Measurements | Weight: 1.15 Pounds |
| Height: 10.5 Inches |
| Length: 8.25 Inches |
| Thickness: 0.5 Inches |