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When George Washington was a boy there was no United States. The land was here, just as it is now, stretching from the Atlantic Ocean to the Pacific; but nearly all of it was wild and unknown.

James Baldwin was one of the most prolific authors of school books for children at the end of the 19th century and the beginning of the 20th. Though written for young readers, the stories of Washington, Franklin, Webster, and Lincoln appeal to many adult readers too. Each... Read Full Overview

James Baldwin was one of the most prolific authors of school books for children at the end of the 19th century and the beginning of the 20th. Though written for young readers, the stories of Washington, Franklin, Webster, and Lincoln appeal to many adult readers too. Each... Read Full Overview

James Baldwin's book provides a vivid and engaging look at four of America's most important historical figures: George Washington, Benjamin Franklin, Daniel Webster, and Abraham Lincoln. Baldwin's writing is accessible and informative, making this book an excellent choice... Read Full Overview

This book profiles four of the most important figures in American history: George Washington, Benjamin Franklin, Daniel Webster, and Abraham Lincoln. Through vivid biographical sketches, the author brings to life the struggles and triumphs of these legendary figures, and shows... Read Full Overview

This book profiles four of the most important figures in American history: George Washington, Benjamin Franklin, Daniel Webster, and Abraham Lincoln. Through vivid biographical sketches, the author brings to life the struggles and triumphs of these legendary figures, and shows... Read Full Overview

Four Great Americans: Washington, Franklin, Webster and Lincoln is a book written by James Baldwin. As the title suggests, the book is about four of the most prominent figures in American history: George Washington, Benjamin Franklin, Daniel Webster, and Abraham Lincoln. The... Read Full Overview

Four Great Americans is a collection of biographical sketches of four of America's most celebrated figures: George Washington, Benjamin Franklin, Daniel Webster, and Abraham Lincoln.

Written in James Baldwin's engaging style, this book brings to life the... Read Full Overview

When George Washington was a boy there was no United States. The land was here, just as it is now, stretching from the Atlantic Ocean to the Pacific; but nearly all of it was wild and unknown. Between the Atlantic Ocean and the Alleghany Mountains there were thirteen colonies,... Read Full Overview