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OverviewEncouraged by the thousands of young Americans who enjoyed The Book of Virtues for Young People, William J. Bennett returns with an inspiring collection drawn from the bestselling adult book, Our Sacred Honor. This adapted version highlights the speeches, letters, poems, and articles of the brave men and women who founded our great nation, including George Washington, John and Abigail Adams, and Benjamin Franklin. Their advice on values such as patriotism, love, civility, education, industry, justice, and piety still rings true for young people today. Our Country's Founders also includes important documents such as the Constitution and Declaration of Independence, a time line, and biographical notes on our revolutionary forefathers. This essential volume provides all the background needed to appreciate these timeless lessons and advice from America's founders. Full Product DetailsAuthor: William J. BennettPublisher: Simon Pulse Imprint: Simon Pulse Dimensions: Width: 15.20cm , Height: 2.00cm , Length: 22.90cm Weight: 0.395kg ISBN: 9780689844690ISBN 10: 0689844697 Pages: 320 Publication Date: 01 June 2001 Recommended Age: From 12 to 99 years Audience: Young adult , Teenage / Young adult Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print  This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsReviewsSchool Library Journal This volume will provide material for reports and primary sources on the principles and ideas that are our national heritage. School Library Journal This volume will provide material for reports and primary sources on the principles and ideas that are our national heritage. Booklist (boxed review) [A] valuable resource....This book offers a way to get students talking and thinking. School Library Journal This volume will provide material for reports and primary sources on the principles and ideas that are our national heritage. Booklist (boxed review) [A] valuable resource....This book offers a way to get students talking and thinking. Author InformationDr. William J. Bennett is one of America’s most influential and respected voices on cultural, political, and educational issues. Host of The Bill Bennett Show podcast, he is also the Washington Fellow of the American Strategy Group. He is the author and editor of more than twenty-five books. Dr. Bennett served as the secretary of education and chairman of the National Endowment for the Humanities under President Ronald Reagan and as director of the Office of National Drug Control Policy under President George Herbert Walker Bush. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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