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100 1 _aPollard, Josephine,
_d1834-1892
245 1 4 _aThe Life of George Washington. In Words of One Syllable
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2011
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2011-05-22
508 _aProduced by Juliet Sutherland, Josephine Paolucci and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net.
520 _a"The Life of George Washington. In Words of One Syllable" by Josephine Pollard is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This book aims to provide young readers with a simplified yet vivid portrayal of the character and contributions of George Washington, encompassing both his personal life and his role in the American Revolutionary War. The opening of the book introduces George Washington's early years, detailing his birth in Virginia in 1732 and his upbringing in a family that valued integrity and hard work. The narrative highlights key moments from his boyhood, including lessons from his father about honesty, his educational experiences, and the influence of his mother after the death of his father. Washington's early interactions with nature, his fondness for outdoor activities, and the formative rules he created to guide his behavior emphasize the development of his character and leadership skills. This opening sets the stage for a deeper exploration of Washington's life and his eventual rise to prominence as a leader during a pivotal time in American history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aWashington, George, 1732-1799 -- Juvenile literature
653 _aPresidents -- United States -- Biography -- Juvenile literature
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/36183
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