Traitor: The Case of Benedict Arnold (Unforgettable Americans) (Paperback)

by Jean Fritz (Author) "WHEN BENEDICT ARNOLD WAS A teenager, some people in his hometown of Norwich, Connecticut, predicted that he'd grow up to be a success..." (more)
Key Phrases: sword knot, carrying place, Benedict Arnold, New York, West Point (more...)

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Product Description
A study of the life and character of the brilliant Revolutionary War general who deserted to the British for money.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 9-12
  
• Paperback: 192 pages
• Publisher: Putnam Juvenile (May 19, 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0698115538
• ISBN-13: 978-0698115538
• Product Dimensions: 7.5 x 5 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.1 out of 5 stars See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #113,956 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

18 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This was a very interesting and compelling book., May 24, 1998

By A Customer

This book about Benedict Arnold told of his heroic deeds as well as his betrayal of our country. The book shows how Benedict Arnold's need to prove that he was courageous, and his desire to be a great hero and receive recognition, led to his downfall. It is a well written book which provided both historical information and entertainment.

16 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars February 16, 1997, February 16, 1997

By A Customer

This review is from: Traitor: The Case of Benedict Arnold (Paperback)

This book was great! It tells all about Benidict Arnold. He is a VERY interesting boy. If you really like reading about Revolutionary Heros, then this is a good book to read. Of course you might not be able to call him a hero when you find out what happens at the end. This book tells all about Benidict, before, after, and during the war. Even if you don't like reading non-fiction, you will now. For instance, did you know that Benidict was obsessed with shoes? Or that he killed his own horse because he didn't want to give it to the British? Or that the woman he married was involved in a terrible scandal? Well, if this sound intriguing... READ IT!!!

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A Fun Book to Stimulate Interest in History, January 30, 2002

By	Patrick W. O'Hara "taparaho" (Salt Point, NY United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This is a fun book that should help your youngster develop an interest in American History. It is easy to read an has great illustratiions. You will not be disappointed with this purchase. Look for others by the same author.