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Living History Readers
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We are pleased to introduce you to the "Living History Readers",
by Albert F. Blaisdell and Francis K. Ball. These delightful books are full of history stories for all ages. Republished
from the late 1800's and early 1900's, these books will bring history to life for your family. Wonderful read-alouds
for all ages, the stories are also recommended for independent reading for grade three through the teenage years.
Please check back often, as we will continue to add books in this series as we publish them.
We are now offering previews of the books in .pdf format. If you don't have
Adobe Reader click here
to download it free:
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Stories of the Civil War by Albert F. Blaisdell
Read about the bombardment and fall of Fort Sumter, the
writing of the Battle Hymn of the Republic, Little Eddie the drummer
boy, the Monitor and the Merrimac, how a boy helped General
McClellan win a battle, Abraham Lincoln and Gettysburg, Sherman's march to the sea, the perils of a spy's life,
Admiral Farragut's ordeal of being lashed to the rigging, the surrender of General Lee, how soldier lived during
the war, and much more in this volume. Paperback,
$9.95... |
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Heroic Deeds of
American Sailors
This book takes a different turn on history, by
studying in greatly detailed stories that focus on the dramatic and
picturesque events and illustrating the perils faced and the bravery of
our heroes of the sea. From "Old Ironsides" through Cushing's
saving of his fleet, to the wreck of the Saginaw, these stories from
American history will keep you on the edge of your seat!
Paperback. $9.95... |
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Pioneers of America
In this volume of daring adventures, you'll read about
backwoodsmen, heroes, Indian fights, and more. Stories from the lives of Daniel Boone, Abe Lincoln's boyhood on
the frontier, Simon Kenton,
and many other not-so-famous men, women, and children whose acts of
heroism made a difference in the outcome of our country's history.
Get a feel for what life was like on the American frontier
through Albert Blaisdell's spellbinding stories.
Paperback, $9.95.... |
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Boys and Girls
in American History
Here you will read stories about the adventures of pioneer children, and how the brave deeds of children of the
past made a difference in the course of American history. You'll also learn about famous historical figures such
as De Soto, the "Swamp Fox", Dolly Madison, Abraham, Lincoln,
George Washington's everyday life, and much more. An unforgettable look at how America's past helped shape today's
world.
Paperback, $9.95...
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The American History
Story-Book
In this volume, you'll learn about the history of this great country, starting at the time of the Pilgrims, through
the American Revolution and the War of 1812. Stories of the bravery and spunk of regular citizens, as well as famous
historical figures, will bring a new understanding of American History that you won't soon forget.
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Short Stories
From American History
Here you'll read about the Pilgrims' arrival on the shores of our country, the first Thanksgiving, the Boston Tea
Party, the making of our flag by Betsy Ross, Gabriel Villere, and more - as well as daring escapes from Indians,
how a young Quaker woman staved off an attack by the British, how a young sailor gave his life for his country,
and much more - through the
inviting stories of Blaisdell and Ball. Paperback, $9.95... |
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Log Cabin Days
In this volume, Log Cabin Days, you will learn about the Vikings, Columbus, Balboa and other early explorers, as
well as reading stories of the days leading up to the American Revolution and beyond. True tales of the lives of
Ben Franklin, John Rolfe, Israel Putnam, Caesar Rodney, Benedict Arnold,Lydia Darrah, Mollie Pitcher, George Washington,
Daniel Currier, Daniel Webster, Tad Lincoln, and more will give you a look at times past that you won’t soon forget
- through the delightful stories of a true storyteller. In perfect-bound, affordable paperback.
Log Cabin Days, $9.95.... |
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American History
for Little Folks
In this volume, American History for Little Folks, you will learn about American history from the time of Columbus
through Abraham Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address. True tales of the lives of Columbus, John Smith, Miles Standish,
William Penn, Polly Daggett, Peggy White, Benjamin Franklin, George Washington, Davy Crockett, and more will bring
the early days of our country's history to life for you and your children - through the delightful stories of Blaisdell
and Ball.
Paperback, $9.95.... |
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Short Stories
From English History by Albert F. Blaisdell
This volume, "Short Stories from English History", will
give you a glimpse at how European history has shaped our country. True stories beginning in Ancient Roman times,
through England's many kings and queens - King Arthur, Richard the Lion-Hearted, Queens Margaret and Victoria,
The Great Plague of London, tales of the knights of old, Waterloo, how the English became Christians, the Norman
conquest, and much more will draw you into this time period through Blaisdell's unique style of storytelling.
Paperback, $9.95... |
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Stories Of the Civil War
Read about the bombardment and fall of Fort Sumter, the writing of the Battle Hymn of the Republic, Little Eddie
the Drummer boy, the Monitor and the Merrimac, how a boy helped General McClellan win a battle, Abraham Lincoln
and Gettysburg, Sherman's march to the sea, the perils of a spy's life, Admiral Farragut's ordeal of being lashed
to the rigging, the surrender of General Lee, how soldiers lived during the war, and much more! Stories of well-known
figures from American history, as well as just regular folks, young and old, give a clear picture of how our country
was shaped.
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