Jean Fritz

A biography of the first signer of the Declaration of Independence, outlining all that he did for himself as well as what he did for Massachusetts and his new nation.

A study of the life and character of the brilliant Revolutionary War general who deserted to the British for money.

A brief biography of the eighteenth-century printer, inventor, and statesman who played an influential role in the early history of the United States.

Ann Hamilton's family has moved to the western frontier of Pennsylvania, and she misses her old home in Gettysburg. There are no girls her age on Hamilton Hill, and life is hard. But when the Hamiltons survive a terrible storm and receive a surprise visit from George Washington, Ann realizes that pioneer life is exciting and special.

Traces the life and contributions of the sickly child with the small voice who grew up to become the fourth president of the United States.

A biography of the brilliant southern general who gained the nickname Stonewall by his stand at Bull Run during the Civil War.

Traces the life of the French nobleman who fought for democracy in revolutions in both the United States and France.

A biography of George the Third, King of Great Britain at the time of the American Revolution.

Examines the great wave of European exploration during the fifteenth century which resulted in more accurate maps.

A brief biography of Patrick Henry tracing his progress from planter to statesman.