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George Washington's world

George Washington's world

BiographyHistory
Pages
348
Published
1941
Language
English

Synopsis

This book explores the life and times of George Washington, presenting his story within the broader context of 18th-century world events. It offers young readers an accessible look at the historical figures and global developments that shaped Washington's era.

Prose complexity
1/10

Vibe

InformativeThought-Provoking

Genres

Biography History Juvenile

About the author

G
Genevieve Foster

Genevieve Stump Foster (13 April 1893 – 30 August 1979) was an American writer and illustrator of history for young readers. Born in Oswego, New York and raised largely in Wisconsin, she studied at Rockford College, the University of Wisconsin and the Chicago Academy of Fine Arts. She is known for the "horizontal histories" — George Washington's World, Abraham Lincoln's World, The World of Columbus and Sons — which set a famous life beside everything else happening across the world at the same t...