Capital Days: Michael Shiner's Journal and the Growth of Our Nation's Capital
Tonya Bolden
(Author)
Description
Capital Days introduces young readers to Washington, D.C., during the early to mid-19th century. Spanning more than 60 years, the story of Michael Shiner (c. 1804-1880) highlights a period of immense change in our country and its capital. Covering the burning of the city during the War of 1812, the rebuilding of the Capitol and White House, the raising of the Washington Monument, and on through the Civil War, the end of slavery, and numerous other "capital days," this book offers readers fresh insights and background on how our nation's capital came to be. The book includes excerpts from Shiner's diary, other primary sources, archival images, and a timeline.Much as she did in Maritcha and Searching for Sarah Rector, award-winning author Tonya Bolden expertly examines the intricacies of American history through the lens of one relatable person's life.
Product Details
Price
$21.95
$20.41
Publisher
Abrams Books for Young Readers
Publish Date
January 06, 2015
Pages
96
Dimensions
10.2 X 10.1 X 0.8 inches | 1.7 pounds
Language
English
Type
Hardcover
EAN/UPC
9781419707339
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Tonya Bolden's work has garnered many accolades, including the Coretta Scott King Honor Award, James Madison Book Award, School Library Journal Best Book of the Year, YALSA Best Book of the Year, and CCBC Best Book of the Year. She lives in New York City.
Reviews
STARRED REVIEW
"Well written and impeccably researched, this excellent title offers a uniquely personal look at history. A must-have."--April Sanders, Spring Hill College, Mobile, AL "School Library Journal" (2/1/2015 12:00:00 AM)
"A broad, tantalizing glimpse of history in the making."--John Peters "Booklist" (2/1/2015 12:00:00 AM)
"Well written and impeccably researched, this excellent title offers a uniquely personal look at history. A must-have."--April Sanders, Spring Hill College, Mobile, AL "School Library Journal" (2/1/2015 12:00:00 AM)
"A broad, tantalizing glimpse of history in the making."--John Peters "Booklist" (2/1/2015 12:00:00 AM)