Thomas Jefferson by Cheryl Harness (English) Paperback Book
$ 8.05
Description
Thomas Jefferson by Cheryl Harness (English) Paperback Book. Thomas Jefferson by Cheryl Harness. Author Cheryl Harness. Title Thomas Jefferson. Engaging, conversational text and detailed artwork present an intimate portrait of this Founding Father. Full color. Thomas Jefferson by Cheryl Harness Estimated delivery 3-12 business days Format Paperback Condition Brand New Description Harness's newest presidential picture-book biography introduces young readers to the brilliant yet enigmatic third President of the United States. Engaging, conversational text and detailed artwork present an intimate portrait of this Founding Father. Full color. Publisher Description Learning about historical figures in American history is an important part of the school curriculum. The lively narrative and more than 30 carefully researched and highly detailed pieces of art in this book transport readers back in time some 250 years and allow them to share key moments--public and private--in Thomas Jefferson's long and highly productive her sixth presidential biography for National Geographic, Cheryl Harness illuminates the many sides of Thomas Jefferson- scientist, lawyer, farmer, architect, diplomat, inventor, musician, philosopher, author of the Declaration of Independence, founder of the University of Virginia, and third president of the United States. Readers meet this extraordinary man of contradictions- a genius who proclaimed that "All men are created equal" and championed the rights of "Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness," while at the same time living a life that depended on the enforced labor of experience an eventful life lived largely in public service, yet also enjoy the personal warmth of this fascinating historical figure. The narrative examines the crucial role that the "sage of Monticello" played in shaping the ideals of freedom and self-government, which became the cornerstones of American democracy. The author's conversational storytelling, her richly detailed illustrations, and use of period maps bring to life the exciting times of Thomas Jefferson on every page. This appealing and insightful biography is an honest, well-balanced portrait of a complex and controversial American Geographic supports K-12 educators with ELA Common Core more information. Details ISBN 1426300433 ISBN-13 9781426300431 Title Thomas Jefferson Author Cheryl Harness Format Paperback Year 2007 Pages 48 Publisher National Geographic Kids GEItemID:141736827; About Us Grand Eagle Retail is the ideal place for all your shopping needs! With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and over 1,000,000 in stock items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! Shipping & Delivery Times Shipping is FREE to any address in USA. Please view eBay estimated delivery times at the top of the listing. Deliveries are made by either USPS or Courier. We are unable to deliver faster than stated. International deliveries will take 1-6 weeks. NOTE: We are unable to offer combined shipping for multiple items purchased. This is because our items are shipped from different locations. Returns If you wish to return an item, please consult our Returns Policy as below: Please contact Customer Services and request "Return Authorisation" before you send your item back to us. Unauthorised returns will not be accepted. Returns must be postmarked within 4 business days of authorisation and must be in resellable condition. Returns are shipped at the customer's risk. We cannot take responsibility for items which are lost or damaged in transit. For purchases where a shipping charge was paid, there will be no refund of the original shipping charge. Additional Questions If you have any questions please feel free to Contact Us. Categories Baby Books Electronics Fashion Games Health & Beauty Home, Garden & Pets Movies Music Sports & Outdoors Toys
