Mount Vernon: A Letter To The Children Of America
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ISBN10: 1417958693
ISBN13: 9781417958696
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Dec 1 2004
Pages: 72
Weight: 0.26
Height: 0.17 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781417958696
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Dec 1 2004
Pages: 72
Weight: 0.26
Height: 0.17 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Mount Vernon: A Letter To The Children Of America is a book written by Susan Fenimore Cooper, which provides a detailed account of the life and legacy of George Washington, the first President of the United States of America. The book is written in the form of a letter, addressed to the children of America, and aims to educate them about the importance of Mount Vernon, the historic home of George Washington, and the values he stood for.The book covers a wide range of topics related to the life of George Washington, including his childhood, his military career, his role in the American Revolution, his presidency, and his legacy as a statesman and founding father of the United States. It also provides a detailed account of the history and architecture of Mount Vernon, and the efforts made by George Washington to preserve and develop the estate.Throughout the book, Susan Fenimore Cooper emphasizes the importance of George Washington's values, such as honesty, integrity, and patriotism, and encourages children to follow in his footsteps. She also provides insights into the social and political context of the time, and highlights the challenges faced by the young nation during its formative years.Overall, Mount Vernon: A Letter To The Children Of America is a valuable resource for children and adults alike, providing a fascinating insight into the life and legacy of one of America's most iconic figures.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.
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