The world-famous novel of ancient times, Ben Hur: A Tale of the Christ , was written by Lew Wallace, who grew up in the early 1800s roaming the fields and streams of Indiana. Including illustrations, this work tells a story that take us into the life of the young country boy who grew up to write one of the best-loved Christian novels ever penned.

Juliette Low is the founder of Girl Scout - a woman who, as a girl growing up in the post-Civil War South, refused to accept that girls couldn't do everything boys could. This work talks about Low's frustration with being thrust in to the role of a 19th-century young lady who would rather have been riding, creating sculptures, or climbing.

'Haley' Jackson grew up in poverty on the levees of New Orleans. Singing for royalty, presidents, and working closely with her friend Martin Luther King, Haley never forgot her early days on the levee. This work talks about Mahalia Jackson's world where she grew up.

Features the life of John Hancock, contemporary of Samuel Adams and Paul Revere and first to sign the Declaration of Independence. Detailing Hancock's early years, this work focuses on his relationship with boyhood friend John Adams and his academic struggles with what he would later become most famous for - his writings.

Helps young readers share Abner Doubleday's enthusiasm and love of baseball and recognise him as a heroic general who fought bravely in two wars. This work includes a summary of Abner's adult accomplishments, fun facts detailing little-known titbits of information about him, and a time line of his life.

Aimed at children between the ages of 8 and 12 years, this book presents the story of Lew Wallace, the author of the world-famous novel of ancient times Ben Hur: A Tale of the Christ . Lew Wallace grew up in the early 1800s roaming the fields and streams of Indiana.

Aimed at children between the ages of 8 and 12 years, this biography of the childhood years of America's ninth president, William Henry Harrison, details the boyhood adventures and character of young Tippecanoe prior to his assumption of the highest office. It also reviews the famous battle at Tippecanoe and many more events and actions.

Contains true-life tales of aviation pioneer Amelia Earhart, based on the remembrances of her sister Pidge. This work also talks about Amelia's fascination at seeing her first airplane, as well as her curiosity, courage, and determination to learn. It is intended for ages 8 to 12 years.

Aimed at children between the ages of 8 and 12 years, this biography of the childhood years of America's ninth president, William Henry Harrison, details the boyhood adventures and character of young Tippecanoe prior to his assumption of the highest office. It also reviews the famous battle at Tippecanoe and many more events and actions.

Features Phillis Wheatley's rise from slavery to recognition as the foremost African American poet in the American colonies. Focusing on Phillis' early years, this profile reveals her illiterate beginnings in the Wheatley family and the turbulent pre-Revolutionary War climate in which she became an avid student and young poet.

Details the childhood adventures of George Rogers Clark, the older brother of William Clark of the famous Lewis and Clark expedition. This book describes George's boyhood curiosity and zest for exploration, including his adventures while camping, riding horses, and playing with his childhood friend Thomas Jefferson.

Features Phillis Wheatley's rise from slavery to recognition as the foremost African American poet in the American colonies. Focusing on Phillis' early years, this profile reveals her illiterate beginnings in the Wheatley family and the turbulent pre-Revolutionary War climate in which she became an avid student and young poet.

Helps young readers share Abner Doubleday's enthusiasm and love of baseball and recognise him as a heroic general who fought bravely in two wars. This work includes a summary of Abner's adult accomplishments, fun facts detailing little-known titbits of information about him, and a time line of his life.

John Audubon was the best known wildlife artist of the 19th century. This story is about the artist's childhood in the West Indies and France. It includes a summary of John's adult accomplishments, fun facts detailing little-known information about him, and a time-line of his life.