The Early Life of Washington by Mary Clark
"The Early Life of Washington" by Mary Clark is a biography written in the early 19th century. This book chronicles George Washington's formative years, illustrating key events and influences that shaped his character into the legendary figure known as the "Father of His Country." The narrative covers his upbringing, education, and early military experiences, reflecting on the values instilled in him during his childhood. The book provides a detailed account of Washington's
life from birth until the age of 27, emphasizing family anecdotes, his education, and pivotal moments that defined his youth. It narrates his adventures, such as nearly joining the British Navy, his surveying expeditions, and significant military engagements, including his appointment as Adjutant General of the Militia. Through various struggles and triumphs, the text highlights Washington's virtues, including honesty, humility, and a strong sense of duty, setting the groundwork for his future leadership during the American Revolution. This portrayal not only serves as a biography but also aims to inspire young readers by illustrating the foundational traits that contributed to Washington’s greatness. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Clark, Mary, 1792?-1841 |
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| Title |
The Early Life of Washington Designed for the Instruction and Amusement of the Young |
| Note | Reading ease score: 67.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Donald Cummings and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E300: History: America: Revolution to the Civil War (1783-1861) |
| Subject | Soldiers -- Juvenile literature |
| Subject | Indians of North America -- Juvenile literature |
| Subject | Washington, George, 1732-1799 -- Juvenile literature |
| Subject | Presidents -- United States -- Biography -- Juvenile literature |
| Subject | Generals -- Juvenile literature |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 58822 |
| Release Date | Feb 4, 2019 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 110 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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