More than any other single event, the Boston Tea Party of 1773 has come to stand for the determination of American colonists to control their own destinies. From the arrival of ships full of controversial taxed tea in Boston Harbor through the explosive protest meetings at Old South Church to the defiant act of dumping hundreds of chests of fine tea into the harbor on December 16, Freedman captures this exciting story in vivid prose. In lush, intricately detailed watercolor paintings, Peter Malone artfully depicts the colonial era and the charged atmostphere of Boston during these pivotal developments that ushered in the American Revolution.
Russell Freedman’s awards and honors include a Newbery Medal, three Newbery Honors, a Sibert Honor, and the Laura Ingalls Wilder Award. In 2007, he received the National Humanities Medal. He lives in New York City.
Peter Malone’s fine artist prints are widely collected. His illustrations have appeared in The New Yorker as well as in books for children. He lives in England.
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Paperback. Zustand: USED_VERYGOOD. Malone, Peter (illustrator). The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Artikel-Nr. GOR008599063
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Taschenbuch. Zustand: NEW. Malone, Peter (illustrator). Neuware - Follow a crowd of disguised protestors through the quiet streets of colonial Boston as they defend their right to control their own destinies. Russell Freedman's engaging narrative, incorporating meticulous research and quotes from contemporary accounts, follows the rising tensions between the citizens of Boston and representatives of the British Crown. From the controversial, unpopular taxes on tea through the defiant act of dumping hundreds of chests of British cargo into the harbor, this exciting retelling puts readers in the middle of this historic event. Detailed watercolor illustrations bring this story of early American protest to life, artfully depicting the colonial era and the charged atmosphere of Boston in the weeks leading up to the Boston Tea Party. Informational backmatter includes a bibliography, index, and historic map of Boston. A perfect introduction to a pivotal moment in American history for young readers. Artikel-Nr. 9780823429158
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Zustand: NEW. Malone, Peter (illustrator). Russell Freedman (1929-2018) transformed non-fiction for children through his insightful narrative, comprehensive research, careful selection of photographs, and deep understanding of his subject matter. He was well known for his riveting biographies a. Artikel-Nr. 898852281
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