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Revolutionary Rogues: John André and Benedict Arnold

Selene Castrovilla

During the Revolutionary War, American Major General Benedict Arnold seeks reward and recognition and plots with British Major John André to help Britain win the war. This nonfiction picture book presents their story from American history in a play-like form. It follows the betrayal that threatened George Washington’s army and includes pen-and-ink and watercolor illustrations as well as back matter.

This book appears on 2 reading lists across 1 edition from 2 organizations.

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Themes
Government And Civics · History · Leadership · War And Conflict
Format
Hardcover
Publisher
Astra Publishing House
Published
September 19, 2017
ISBN-13
9781629793412
Language
English
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