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Story of Jesse James (On the Run: True Stories of Legendary Outlaws)
SKU
034840
ISBN
9781978536746
Grade 5-9
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Charlotte Mason
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Jesse James was one of the most successful bank robbers in
American history, getting away with it for 15 years before finally getting
caught. Even though he murdered people who stood in his way, he considered himself
a hero. But what made him think this way? Did he do some good things, too? This
book, packed with real historical photos and facts, will answer all your
questions and more!
Publisher's Description of Story of Jesse James (On the Run: True Stories of Legendary Outlaws)
The American West was in turmoil because of the Civil War. The struggle
before, during, and after the war created the environment that grew the
outlaw Jesse James, among others. In this book, readers see parts of the
war from a new perspective while following James's life from childhood
through death, including his time viewed as a Confederate hero — whether
he was or not. Historical images correlate to the intriguing text while
sidebars and fact boxes offer additional information about when and
where James committed his crimes.
True stories are the BEST stories! You won’t want to put
these books down—they’re colorful and engaging and packed with real historical
photos, facts, and illustrations. These historical
biographies draw reluctant readers in and get them “hooked”! Each book is 48 pages
and includes a glossary of terms and a list of suggested books and websites for
further learning.