Publisher's Synopsis
Builders Of Our Country, Book 1 is a historical book written by Gertrude Van Duyn Southworth in 1906. The book is a part of a series that aims to educate children about the history of the United States of America. This first book in the series covers the period from the discovery of America by Christopher Columbus to the American Revolution. The book is divided into chapters, each of which focuses on a particular event or period in history. The author provides a detailed account of the lives and achievements of important figures such as George Washington, Benjamin Franklin, and John Smith. The book also covers the struggles and hardships faced by early settlers, including the Native Americans and African slaves. The author uses simple language and engaging storytelling techniques to make history come alive for young readers. The book is illustrated with black and white drawings that help to bring the characters and events to life. The author also includes questions at the end of each chapter to encourage children to think critically about what they have read. Overall, Builders Of Our Country, Book 1 is an informative and engaging book that provides a valuable introduction to the history of the United States. It is suitable for children aged 8-12, as well as adults who are interested in learning more about American history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
