Pub Date: December 30, 2003
Dewey: B
LCCN: 2002155943
Lexile Code: 0000
Features: Illustrated, Index, Maps
Target Age Group: 09 to 13
Physical Info: 0.31" H x 8.96" L x 7.32" W ( 0.60 lbs) 32 pages
BISAC Categories:
Juvenile Nonfiction | Biography and Autobiography | Historical | History | United States Colonial and Revolutionary Periods
Series: Primary Sources of Famous People in American History
Description: Nathan Hale was an American patriot and soldier, Educated at Yale, he volunteered for service in the Continental army at the outbreak of the War of Independence. He rose to the rank of captain, whereupon he volunteered for a mission to reconnoiter the British position on Long Island. He was captured by the British, quickly tried, and hanged. Before his hanging, he uttered the famous last words, I only regret that I have but one life to lose for my country. This easy-to-read, fact-filled book uses primary source materials to elucidate this American hero's short life.
Review Quotes: Collection Review: Primary Sources of Famous People in American History "Excellent series using primary sources. Easy to read; great for biography projects and connecting people in history to 5th grade social studies standards. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED." --San Diego City Schools