Download or read book George Washington written by David A. Adler and published by . This book was released on 2004 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Already a national hero in his early 20s, George Washington revealed himself not only as a strong leader but also as a pragmatic, skilled, and modest politician. His life story is told with quotes from his correspondence and accounts from his peers. Includes an index, bibliography, and source notes.
Download or read book A Picture Book of George Washington written by David A. Adler and published by Lerner Publishing Group. This book was released on 2018-01-01 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "A lively fife and drum playing Yankee-Doodle-Dandy welcome the listener...A narrative tone that is sincere and respectful and a slow, even pace afford the young listener time to absorb facts." - AudioFile Magazine
Download or read book The Illustrated Life of Washington written by Joel Tyler Headley and published by . This book was released on 1860 with total page 548 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Illustrated Life of Washington written by J. T. Headley and published by . This book was released on 1859 with total page 528 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Illustrated Life of Washington written by J. T. Headley and published by . This book was released on 1860 with total page 558 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book I am George Washington written by Brad Meltzer and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2016-09-06 with total page 41 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Children will want to read about our first president while discussing the presidential elections. This is the ninth book in the New York Times bestselling biography series that inspires while it informs and entertains. (Cover may vary) George Washington was never afraid to be the first to try something, from exploring the woods around his childhood home to founding a brand new nation, the United States of America. With his faith in the American people and tremendous bravery, he helped win the Revolutionary War and became the country’s first president. This friendly, fun biography series inspired the PBS Kids TV show Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum. One great role model at a time, these books encourage kids to dream big. Included in each book are: • A timeline of key events in the hero’s history • Photos that bring the story more fully to life • Comic-book-style illustrations that are irresistibly adorable • Childhood moments that influenced the hero • Facts that make great conversation-starters • A virtue this person embodies: George Washington's courage to set off a new course is highlighted here. You’ll want to collect each book in this dynamic, informative series!
Download or read book THE ILLUSTRATED LIFE OF WASHINGTON written by HON. J. Y. HEADLEY and published by . This book was released on 1860 with total page 502 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Illustrated Life of Washington written by J. T. Headley and published by . This book was released on 1864 with total page 548 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book George Washington A Life in Books written by Kevin J. Hayes and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2017-04-03 with total page 409 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When it comes to the Founding Fathers, Thomas Jefferson, Benjamin Franklin, and Alexander Hamilton are generally considered the great minds of early America. George Washington, instead, is toasted with accolades regarding his solid common sense and strength in battle. Indeed, John Adams once snobbishly dismissed him as "too illiterate, unlearned, unread for his station and reputation." Yet Adams, as well as the majority of the men who knew Washington in his life, were unaware of his singular devotion to self-improvement. Based on a comprehensive amount of research at the Library of Congress, the collections at Mount Vernon, and rare book archives scattered across the country, Kevin J. Hayes corrects this misconception and reconstructs in vivid detail the active intellectual life that has gone largely unnoticed in conventional narratives of Washington. Despite being a lifelong reader, Washington felt an acute sense of embarrassment about his relative lack of formal education and cultural sophistication, and in this sparkling literary biography, Hayes illustrates just how tirelessly Washington worked to improve. Beginning with the primers, forgotten periodicals, conduct books, and classic eighteenth-century novels such as Tom Jones that shaped Washington's early life, Hayes studies Washington's letters and journals, charting the many ways the books of his upbringing affected decisions before and during the Revolutionary War. The final section of the book covers the voluminous reading that occurred during Washington's presidency and his retirement at Mount Vernon. Throughout, Hayes examines Washington's writing as well as his reading, from The Journal of Major George Washington through his Farewell Address. The sheer breadth of titles under review here allow readers to glimpse Washington's views on foreign policy, economics, the law, art, slavery, marriage, and religion-and how those views shaped the young nation.. Ultimately, this sharply written biography offers a fresh perspective on America's Father, uncovering the ideas that shaped his intellectual journey and, subsequently, the development of America.
Download or read book George Washington written by Woodrow Wilson and published by . This book was released on 1896 with total page 532 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book You Never Forget Your First written by Alexis Coe and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2020-02-04 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: AN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER AN NPR CONCIERGE BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR “In her form-shattering and myth-crushing book….Coe examines myths with mirth, and writes history with humor… [You Never Forget Your First] is an accessible look at a president who always finishes in the first ranks of our leaders.” —Boston Globe Alexis Coe takes a closer look at our first--and finds he is not quite the man we remember Young George Washington was raised by a struggling single mother, demanded military promotions, caused an international incident, and never backed down--even when his dysentery got so bad he had to ride with a cushion on his saddle. But after he married Martha, everything changed. Washington became the kind of man who named his dog Sweetlips and hated to leave home. He took up arms against the British only when there was no other way, though he lost more battles than he won. After an unlikely victory in the Revolutionary War cast him as the nation's hero, he was desperate to retire, but the founders pressured him into the presidency--twice. When he retired years later, no one talked him out of it. He left the highest office heartbroken over the partisan nightmare his backstabbing cabinet had created. Back on his plantation, the man who fought for liberty must confront his greatest hypocrisy--what to do with the men, women, and children he owns--before he succumbs to death. With irresistible style and warm humor, You Never Forget Your First combines rigorous research and lively storytelling that will have readers--including those who thought presidential biographies were just for dads--inhaling every page.
Download or read book A Birthday Cake for George Washington written by Ramin Ganeshram and published by . This book was released on 2016 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An expoloration of fifty influential and inspirational women who changed the world. Everyone is buzzing about the president's birthday! Especially George Washington's servants who scurry around the kitchen preparing to make this the best celebration ever. Oh, how George Washington loves his cake! And, oh, how he depends on Hercules, his head chef, to make it for him. Hercules, a slave, takes great pride in baking the president's cake. But this year there is one problem--they are out of sugar. This story, told in the voice of Delia, Hercules' young daughter, is based on real events, and underscores the loving exchange between a very determined father and his eager daughter who are faced with an unspoken, bittersweet reality.
Download or read book The Life of George Washington written by John Marshall and published by . This book was released on 1805 with total page 544 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Life of George Washington Illustrated written by Washington Irving and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-11-21 with total page 954 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Washington Irving's 'Life of George Washington (Illustrated)' offers a comprehensive look into the life and legacy of the first president of the United States. Written in a clear and engaging literary style, Irving presents a detailed account of George Washington's significant political and military achievements, as well as his personal life and character. The inclusion of illustrations enhances the reader's understanding and brings this historical figure to life in a vivid manner. Set within the Romantic literary context of the early 19th century, Irving's biography showcases his skill in combining factual information with literary flair. This book serves as a valuable resource for those interested in American history, biography, and the art of storytelling. Washington Irving's deep admiration for George Washington as a founding father and leader of the nation inspired him to delve into the intricacies of Washington's life and create a nuanced portrayal of the man behind the legend. Through meticulous research and a captivating narrative, Irving pays tribute to Washington's enduring influence and his contributions to shaping the American identity. I highly recommend 'Life of George Washington (Illustrated)' to readers seeking an insightful and beautifully crafted biography of one of America's most iconic figures.
Download or read book Life of George Washington Illustrated Biography of the first President of the United States the Commander in Chief of the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War and one of the Founding Fathers of the United States written by Washington Irving and published by e-artnow. This book was released on 2015-06-06 with total page 943 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This carefully crafted ebook: "Life of George Washington (Illustrated)" is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents. George Washington (1732-1799) was the first President of the United States (1789-97), the Commander-in-Chief of the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War, and one of the Founding Fathers of the United States. He presided over the convention that drafted the United States Constitution, which replaced the Articles of Confederation and remains the supreme law of the land. Washington was born into the provincial gentry of Colonial Virginia; his wealthy planter family owned tobacco plantations and slaves which he inherited; he owned hundreds of slaves throughout his lifetime, but his views on slavery evolved. He became a young but senior officer in the colonial militia during the first stages of the French and Indian War. He was chosen by the Second Continental Congress in 1775 to be commander-in-chief of the Continental Army in the American Revolution. Historians laud Washington for the selection and supervision of his generals, preservation and command of the army, coordination with the Congress, with state governors and their militia, and attention to supplies, logistics, and training. In battle, however, Washington was repeatedly outmaneuvered by British generals with larger armies. Washington Irving (1783-1859) was an American author, essayist, biographer, historian, and diplomat of the early 19th century. He is best known for his short stories 'Rip Van Winkle' and 'The Legend of Sleepy Hollow' both of which appear in his book The Sketch Book of Geoffrey Crayon, Gent. His historical works include biographies of George Washington and Oliver Goldsmith, and several histories of 15th-century Spain, dealing with subjects such as the Moors and the Alhambra. Irving served as the U.S. ambassador to Spain from 1842 to 1846.
Download or read book Life of George Washington Illustrated Edition written by Washington Irving and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2024-01-06 with total page 953 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 'Life of George Washington (Illustrated Edition)' by Washington Irving, readers are treated to a comprehensive and engaging biography of the first President of the United States. Irving expertly weaves together historical facts with a touch of romanticism, creating a literary work that not only educates but also entertains. Through vivid descriptions and meticulous research, Irving brings to life the character of George Washington and the political and social landscape of his time. The inclusion of illustrations adds depth and richness to the text, making it a true masterpiece of historical biography. Washington Irving's narrative style is engaging and accessible, making this book suitable for both scholars and casual readers alike. With its unique blend of history and storytelling, 'Life of George Washington (Illustrated Edition)' stands as a timeless portrait of one of America's most iconic figures. Readers interested in American history, presidential biographies, or early 19th-century literature will find this book both informative and captivating.
Download or read book Booker T Washington written by Margo McLoone and published by Capstone. This book was released on 1997 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A brief summary of the man who was born a slave and worked in salt mines as a youth but went on to become a national leader for the education of AfricanAmericans and the founder of Tuskegee Institute.
