Johnny Tremain, a silversmith's apprentice, takes part in the Boston Tea Party and the Battles of Lexington and Concord.
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Esther Forbes was a masterful storyteller whose works delved into the history and lives of ordinary people in America. She brought past eras to life with a compelling narrative style, exploring the psychology of her characters, particularly the young. Her historical novels and biographies are valued for their accuracy, vivid portrayals, and ability to connect readers with the past. Forbes left a lasting mark on American literature, especially in the realm of historical fiction for young readers.
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Paul Revere and the World He Lived in: A Pulitzer Prize Winner
- 536 pages
- 19 hours of reading
This vivid account of the life and times of Paul Revere was first published in 1942 to great acclaim and a Pulitzer Prize. An elegant storyteller and expert historian, Esther Forbes paints a memorable portrait of American colonial history and of this most legendary of revolutionary heroes -- "not merely one man riding one horse on a certain lonely night of long ago, but a symbol to which his countrymen can yet turn."
