Aaron Burr: The Rise and Fall of an American Politician (Library of American Lives and Times) [Library Binding]

Buckner F. Melton Jr. (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 2003 | Age Level: 10 and up | Grade Level: 5 and up | Series: Library of American Lives and Times

Surveys the life of Aaron Burr, a hero of the American Revolution who later served as a senator from New York and Vice President under Jefferson, but who is best remembered for his duel with Alexander Hamilton.

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

Grade 5-8–Melton begins with the duel between Burr and Hamilton, drawing readers into an easy-to-understand look at early American history. The author describes Burr's early years, his political career, and the events leading up to the famous duel, as well as its aftermath. Powell begins with a brief description of Arnold's childhood and continues with a discussion of his involvement in the American Revolution. In a nonjudgmental way, reasons are given for his move from war hero to traitor. The book concludes with the general's later years and death in England. Colorful oil paintings, documents, and sidebars make these titles appealing to readers. Students looking for report material will find the short chapters, time lines, and indexes very helpful. Good choices for research or simply for informative reading.–Denise Moore, O'Gorman Junior High School, Sioux Falls, SD
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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 10 and up
  
• Library Binding: 112 pages
• Publisher: PowerKids Press (January 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0823966267
• ISBN-13: 978-0823966264
• Product Dimensions: 9.4 x 7.1 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,977,056 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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