"A brief biography of the eighteenth-century printer, inventor, and statesman who played an influential role in the early history of the United States."--

Describes how the Constitution came to be written and ratified. Also includes the full text of the document produced by the Constitutional Convention of 1787.

Relates the history of Plymouth Rock since the Pilgrims first landed on it to the present day.

An acclaimed biographer writes the remarkable story of Alexander Hamilton, one of America's most influential and fascinating founding fathers, and his untimely death in a duel with Aaron Burr.

Presents a brief biography of Samuel Adams, describing his role in stirring up the revolt against the British, and telling how he was finally persuaded to learn to ride a horse.

Describes the life of the mother of our first president and her relationship with her children.

A biography of the first signer of the Declaration of Independence outlining all that he did for himself as well as what he didfor Massachusetts and his new nation.

Examines the great wave of European exploration during the fifteenth century which resulted in more accurate maps.

Traces the life and contributions of the sickly child with the small voice who grew up to become the fourth president of the United States.