02130cam a22003013u 4500 10070 UtSlPG 20260610133239.0 m cr n 260607r2003||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 E151 Eggleston, Edward, 1837-1902 Stories of Great Americans for Little Americans Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2003 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2003-11-01 Juliet Sutherland, Michael Lockey and PG Distributed Proofreaders "Stories of Great Americans for Little Americans" by Edward Eggleston is a collection of historical short stories written in the late 19th century. This work aims to introduce young readers to notable figures in American history through engaging narratives that highlight their contributions and adventures. By incorporating folklore-like anecdotes, the author seeks to instill a sense of national pride and knowledge of American heritage in children. The opening of the book sets the tone by emphasizing its educational purpose, explaining how historical figures were chosen for their significance to American culture and folklore. It outlines the author's approach of using simple language to make the stories accessible for young readers. The opening tales introduce characters like John Winthrop, the first governor of Boston, who faced challenges in early colonial life, and Marquette, a priest exploring the Mississippi River. These stories creatively blend factual history with accessible storytelling to spark interest and facilitate learning among children, making it a valuable resource for educators and parents alike. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified United States -- Biography -- Juvenile literature https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/10070 51691 51691