Little Journeys to the Homes of the Great - Volume 03 by Elbert Hubbard

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Author Hubbard, Elbert, 1856-1915
Title Little Journeys to the Homes of the Great - Volume 03
Little Journeys to the Homes of American Statesmen
Note Reading ease score: 65.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Contents George Washington -- Benjamin Franklin -- Thomas Jefferson -- Samuel Adams -- John Hancock -- John Quincy Adams -- Alexander Hamilton -- Daniel Webster -- Henry Clay -- John Jay -- William H. Seward -- Abraham Lincoln.
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Summary "Little Journeys to the Homes of the Great - Volume 03" by Elbert Hubbard is a collection of biographical sketches written during the early 20th century. This volume primarily focuses on notable figures in American history such as George Washington, Benjamin Franklin, and Thomas Jefferson, exploring their lives, virtues, and contributions to the nation. Hubbard aims to humanize these historical giants by providing personal anecdotes and insights that reveal their character and motivations. The opening of this volume begins with an engaging story about a group of boys who construct a cabin in the woods, introducing a sense of nostalgia and adventure. The narrator reflects on their childhood mischief, particularly the tragic drowning of a boy named Skinny, which leads them to retreat into nature. The narrative juxtaposes the innocent exploration of youth with a deeper theme of personal growth and mentorship, notably as the character "Butch" describes how a father figure begins to write at the camp, foreshadowing the future biographical narratives that will follow about the great men of American history. From this opening tale, readers are invited to appreciate the connection between personal experiences and historical contexts, setting the stage for the biographical profiles to come. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class E151: History: America: United States
Subject Franklin, Benjamin, 1706-1790
Subject Statesmen -- United States -- Biography
Subject Adams, John Quincy, 1767-1848
Subject Washington, George, 1732-1799 -- Homes and haunts
Subject Hamilton, Alexander, 1757-1804
Subject Adams, Samuel, 1722-1803
Subject Hancock, John, 1737-1793
Subject Jefferson, Thomas, 1743-1826 -- Homes and haunts
Subject Webster, Daniel, 1782-1852
Subject Clay, Henry, 1777-1852
Subject Jay, John, 1745-1829
Subject Seward, William Henry, 1801-1872
Subject Lincoln, Abraham, 1809-1865 -- Homes and haunts
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EBook-No. 13911
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 18, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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