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- 160 pages
- More than 55 black-and-white photos and maps
- Reinforced library binding
- 6" x 9"
- Source notes
- Bibliography
- Index
- Grades 5 and up
- ISBN: 1-881508-15-3
- $19.95
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The writing style is lively and engaging. . . . The author makes
the outlines of history clear and demonstrates sympathy for all of the
interests involved.
School Library Journal
Includes Thomas Jefferson and the Louisiana Purchase, James
Madisons decision to fight the War of 1812, Andrew Jacksons
policy regarding the Cherokee, James Polks acquisition of
the Oregon Territory, James Buchanans response to secession,
Abraham Lincolns challenge to end slavery, Grover Cleveland
and the annexation of Hawaii, and William McKinleys decision
to fight Spain.
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