Off the Library Shelf: New & Recommended Books

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Thursday, February 19, 2009

Abe's Honest Words by Doreen Rappaport

Abe’s Honest Words: The Life of Abraham Lincoln, by Doreen Rappaport, reviewed by Rhonda Farrell-Butler, Coordinator, Children’s and Teen Services, Public Libraries of Saginaw
(Hyperion Books, 2008, Unpaged, $16.99 )
Recommended for ages Pre-School and Up

“Four score and seven years ago our fathers brought forth on this continent, a new nation, conceived in liberty, and dedicated to the proposition that all men are created equal…”
Told in fascinating prose, with powerful illustrations this extends to readers of all ages a historical lesson on the obstacles, disparity and victories of our nation and the President who encountered them. This read a-loud also includes “The Gettysburg Address,” a list of important dates in Lincoln’s life, a suggested reading list and internet sites. A must read as we remember and celebrate a great president and “A New Birth of Freedom.”

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