Everyone knows that John Hancock was one of the first signers of the Declaration of Independence. But not many know that he signed his name so large to show how mad he was about how the colonists had been treated. This witty book highlights little-known facts about this historical figure.
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"The question I am most often asked," Jean Fritz says, "is how do I find my ideas? The answer is: I don't. Ideas find me. A character in history will suddenly step right out of the past and demand a book. Generally people don't bother to speak to me unless there's a good chance that I'll take them on." Throughout almost four decades of writing about history, Jean Fritz has taken on plenty of people, starting with George Washington in The Cabin Faced West (1958). Since then, her refreshingly informal historical biographies for children have been widely acclaimed as "unconventional," "good-humored," "witty," "irrepressible," and "extraordinary."
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In her role as biographer, Jean Fritz attempts to uncover the adventures and personalities behind each character she researches. "Once my character and I have reached an understanding," she explains, "then I begin the detective work--reading old books, old letters, old newspapers, and visiting the places where my subject lived. Often I turn up surprises and of course I pass these on." It is her penchant for making distant historical figures seem real that brings the characters to life and makes the biographies entertaining, informative, and filled with natural child appeal.
An original and lively thinker, as well as an inspiration to children and adults, Jean Fritz is undeniably a master of her craft. She was awarded the Regina Medal by the Catholic Library Association, presented with the Laura Ingalls Wilder Award by the American Library Association for her "substantial and lasting contribution to children's literature," and honored with the Knickerbocker Award for Juvenile Literature, which was presented by the New York State Library Association for her body of work.
copyright ? 2000 by Penguin Putnam Books for Young Readers. All rights reserved.
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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:
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Nice little biography,
This review is from: Will You Sign Here, John Hancock? (Paperback)
John Hancock was a true American patriot. This is a well-researched biography of the first signer of the Declaration of Independence outlining his childhood, all that he did for himself, and what he did for Massachusetts and his new nation. Once the richest man in New England, Hancock also wanted to be liked by everyone. However, when King George started issuing taxes to America, he refused to pay them. He went on to become the president of the Second Continental Congress. A very colorful and flamboyant character, he signed his name nice and big on the Declaration of Independence so King George could read it without his spectacles!
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So... What about John Hancock?,
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Everything you need to know, if you read it from this book. I personally think this is one of Jean Fritz's best short American history books. The biggest and first name on the Declaration of Indipendance, If America lost, He would be the first one to die. Full of information, this book is a great learning tool and biography of this American Patriot. Look for other titles like " And then what happened, Paul Revere?", and " Can't you make them behave, King George?" also by Jean Fritz.
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Beautiful and sublime.,
This review is from: Will You Sign Here, John Hancock? (Paperback)
This book reveals John Hancock as a human being.His flaws and motives,nuances not found elsewhere.The art is sublime,making this tome worth re-reading.
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