John Adams: The Voice Heard 'Round the World - Couverture souple

Carlson, Marian R.

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 0984477608 ISBN 13 : 9780984477609

Editeur : Schoolmaster Press, 2011

Synopsis

WINNER OF THE PARENTS' CHOICE GOLD AWARD and the NEW ENGLAND BOOK AWARD for K-12. Where would America be without John Adams? This is the essential chapter in the John Adams story that tells of his vision and courage in making the Declaration of Independence happen. Marked for hanging by King George III, Adams risked his life to secure "Independence Forever" for America. Aided by the strong support of his wife, Abigail, Adams spoke up in the Continental Congress and in Europe with a "Voice Heard 'Round the World." His dedication to the cause of American freedom separated him from his family for ten long years. "John and Abigail Adams delighted in happy experiments, and they would be doubly pleased by this one. It will inspire anyone, of any age, who loves history and music 'to dare to read, think, speak, and write' in our time as they did in theirs." David Hackett Fischer, Pulitzer Prize Winner, Warren Professor of History at Brandeis University. "This is an important work! It's a great story, I love it!" Jean Fritz, award-winning children's book author. "John Adams would be pleased to have his life and accomplishments celebrated in this fashion that brings together history, music and patriotism. John Adams: The Voice Heard 'Round the World captures the spirit and character of one of our nation's most important Founding Fathers. Just as Abigail reminded him to "Remember the Ladies" so this work teaches us to "Remember John Adams."" William Fowler Fowler, Distinguished Professor of History, Northeastern University. "...a unique artistic and literary perspective on John Adams, the leading figure of the most important family in American history." Howard Gardner, Hobbs Professor of Cognition and Education, Harvard Graduate School of Education. "Marian Carlson has created an enchanting, substantive history of John Adams, the driving force behind the Declaration of Independence and second only to George Washington in the founding of America. Richly illustrated with portraits and evocative historical prints, this young people's story is also an invaluable refresher course for adults. As accompaniment to the Boston Landmarks Orchestra's charming musical composition, this narrative reminds us that John Adams' strength, wisdom, and courage in the face of mortal danger are not dusty historical facts, but the living soul behind "the voice heard 'round the world." Diane Rowan Rockefeller, writer, poet, former Atlantic magazine editor. Suitable for all ages.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Schoolmaster Press
• Date d'édition: 2011
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 0984477608
• ISBN 13: 9780984477609
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 37
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible