This picture book biography chronicles the life of Alexander Hamilton, highlighting his journey from a challenging childhood to his pivotal role as a Founding Father. It captures key moments and achievements that shaped his legacy, making it accessible and engaging for young readers. The illustrations complement the narrative, bringing Hamilton's story to life and offering insights into his character and contributions to American history.
The biography offers an in-depth exploration of Abraham Lincoln's journey from his childhood to his presidency, enriched by striking illustrations from award-winning artist Mike Wimmer. These visuals enhance the narrative, providing a vivid portrayal of Lincoln, the sixteenth President of the United States, and highlighting significant moments in his life.
Focusing on George Washington's formative years, the book explores his character as a dreamer, hard worker, athlete, and peacemaker, highlighting his early commitment to civility through his handwritten "Rules of Civility and Decent Behavior in Company and Conversation." It traces his journey from childhood through to his presidency, offering insights into the values that shaped one of America's founding figures. The narrative is complemented by full-color illustrations, enhancing the historical context and appeal.
His name was Theodore, but he is remembered as Teddy. As a young boy, he was a dreamer and a reader and had a curiosity about life he could never satisfy. As the youngest man to ever be president, he led a nation to greatness and he made every day count. Frank Keating's telling of incidents in Roosevelt's rich and varied life reminds readers how one person can make a difference. Mike Wimmer's exuberant paintings make Roosevelt come to life a century after his presidency.
Doran, Amanda-Jane, Punchlines - 150 years of humorous writing in Punch. London, HarperCollins, 1991. 26cm. XII, 371 pages. Original hardcover with dustjacket in protective mylar. Excellent, close to new condition with only minor signs of external wear. Includes work by authors / comedians such as: John Bentjemen / Mary Dunn / Graham Greene / Melvyn bragg / Stevie Smith / William Boyd / Robert Graves / etc.
Wherever sport is played, you can be pretty certain that award-winning writer Frank Keating is on hand to record the drama, the fun and the laughter with his inimitable flair.Long Days, Late Nights draws on a selection of the very best of Frank Keating from his celebrated Punch column. He takes us through the calendar, revealing hisincomparable knowledge of the past and present at all the major sporting occasions. As well, he sprinkles the pages with revealing portraits of many of the characters who have decorated his days - and nights - in the stadiums of the world.Long Days, Late Nights will delight and entertain every sports enthusiast of any age from eight to eighty.