Would you like to be inspired by greatness?
Take a peek into the lives of great men and women from times past and be inspired to do great things!
This collection of historical biographies presents the lives of eight ordinary people who accomplished extraordinary deeds during the colonial time period. Illustrated with stunning portraits, this inspiring compilation of stories describes with historical accuracy and age-appropriate content the quality character and unbending determination of the following historical figures:
"If you love history like I love history, then you will really enjoy this book. As the third book in the What Really Happened series, it delivers what you would expect—inspiring biographies, beautiful illustrations and great maps. Not only are the stories historically accurate, but they are lively and entertaining as well. Read this book aloud to your family and you will better understand this exciting time in history."
—Your fellow pilgrim, Richard "Little Bear" Wheeler
Whether read together as a family or alone, the What Really Happened... series of historical biographies is an ideal way to acquaint children eight to fourteen with true stories of inspiring individuals who changed our world.
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