Mount Rushmore (Cornerstones of Freedom) [Paperback]

Andrew Santella (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 1999 | Age Level: 10 and up | Grade Level: 5 and up | Series: Cornerstones of Freedom

Relates how the Mount Rushmore National Memorial, known as "The Shrine of Democracy," was conceived, designed, and created.

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

Grade 4-7-Dealing primarily with the construction process of Mount Rushmore, Santella offers a solid presentation that is both informative and interesting. He writes clearly and keeps his focus squarely on the monument itself. The challenges presented by a project of this magnitude, along with difficulties posed by weather and lack of funding, provide a realistic picture of what Gutzon Borglum and his workers faced. While archival black-and-white and sepia-toned photos are often small and of poor quality, they provide a real sense of the scope and enormity of this grand project. This is a cleaner, more focused treatment than Lynn Curlee's Rushmore (Scholastic, 1999). While there is some inconsistency in word definitions provided, Winkelman's presentation of the Panama Canal, from the rationale for its construction through its impact and likely future, is straightforward and well organized. The final pages depict Panamanian struggles to regain control over the canal zone and to reverse the historical discrimination and division that has resulted from its control by non-Panamanians. Relevant photographs, two excellent if simple maps, and a time line add to readers' understanding as well as to the attractiveness of this package. A balanced and worthy purchase where needed.
Rosie Peasley, Empire Union School District, Modesto, CA
Copyright 1999 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to the Library Binding edition.

About the Author

Andrew Santella is the author of several nonfiction books for children.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 10 and up
  
• Paperback: 32 pages
• Publisher: Children's Press(CT) (September 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0516264591
• ISBN-13: 978-0516264592
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 8 x 0.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.5 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,323,631 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Simplicity at its finest, June 20, 2000

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Jesse Leal, Jr. Real name is Jesus - See all my reviews

This review is from: Mount Rushmore (Cornerstones of Freedom) (Library Binding)

This book explains everything concerning Mount Rushmore. The people[visionaries]who decided to build the monument, and why it was built. It also explains of the situations the builders went through for this dream to happen. Everything is explained in great detail. The book has many photographs. The book is really good. I recommendt this book to all who want to know about this great historical monument.