Armstrong Sperry
Author
Description
A classic biography of John Paul Jones for young readers in a new, illustrated edition.
Called a pirate by the British and a patriot by the Americans, John Paul Jones was a brilliant sea captain, a true American hero, and the father of the U.S. Navy. With this classic biography for young readers by Newbery Medal winner Armstrong Sperry, readers will imagine themselves on deck at the side of the great captain, engaging enemy ships in close combat....
Author
Series
Cuatro vientos volume 105
Pub. Date
2005
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.2 - AR Pts: 3
Description
Ever since his mother drowned, Mafatu, a 15-year-old Polynesian boy, has had a profound fear of the sea. One day he finds an inner strength to overcome his terror.
Author
Series
Landmark books volume 39
Pub. Date
[1953]
Description
A biography of America's first naval hero.
Author
Series
Landmark books volume 39
Pub. Date
c1953
Description
A biography of John Paul Jones, stressing his naval career and activities during the revolutionary war.