how a candle-maker's son helped light the flame of liberty
Freedman, Russell
An introduction to the life of young Benjamin Franklin describes how, as a rebellious teen in 1732, he ran away from his family and a Boston apprenticeshipto Philadelphia, and how throughout subsequent decades he rose to become a distinguished statesman, renowned author and world-famous scientist.
A biography of Benjamin Franklin that follows his life from birth, in 1706, to death, in 1790, and covers the work he did as an author, publisher, philosopher, scientist and diplomat as well as his contributions to the United States Constitution.
An illustrated biography of Mahatma Gandhi, a political reformer known for his nonviolent methods, and a principle leader in the drive for the independence of India from British colonial rule.
Relates, in graphic novel format, the role Boston silversmith Paul Revere played in the American Revolution, particularly his ride through the countryside to sound the alarm that the British were about to attack, giving the Sons of the Liberty a chance to prepare for the opening battles of the Revolutionary War.
"A . . . biography of Alexander Hamilton, in graphic novel format. [This book] tells the story of one of the most ambitious and controversial figures in American history in graphic novel format. From a rough childhood on the Caribbean island of Nevis to the highest levels of American politics, Alexander Hamilton's life was filled with adventure, conflict, and controversy"--Provided by publisher.
Chronicles the life and career of Alexander Hamilton, who was raised by a single mother in the Caribbean, volunteered to be a soldier in the American Revolution, rose to become the U.S. Secretary of the Treasury, and was killed in a duel with Aaron Burr.
