Why Longfellow Lied
  • Published: 1 October 2024
  • ISBN: 9781623544980
  • Imprint: Charlesbridge Children
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 160
  • RRP: $32.99

Why Longfellow Lied

The Truth About Paul Revere's Midnight Ride

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1 Oct 2024
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19 Oct 2021
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The truth is revealed behind Longfellow's famous poem "Paul Revere's Ride" in this historical middle-grade nonfiction book, perfect for fans of Steve Sheinkin. Now in paperback!

The truth is revealed behind Longfellow's famous poem "Paul Revere's Ride" in this historical middle-grade nonfiction book, perfect for fans of Steve Sheinkin. Now in paperback!

Do you know how historically inaccurate "Paul Revere's Ride" is? And do you know why? Author Jeff Lantos pulls apart Longfellow's poem, tells the real story about Paul Revere's historic ride, and sets the record right. Not only that, he lays out when and why Longfellow wrote his poem and explains how without it, many of us wouldn't know much about Revere at all. This is Steve Sheinkin for the younger set, complete with an American mystery and a look at two important moments in the history of our country.

A 2022 ILA Children's and Young Adults' Book Awards Honor recipient.
  • Published: 1 October 2024
  • ISBN: 9781623544980
  • Imprint: Charlesbridge Children
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 160
  • RRP: $32.99
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Praise for Why Longfellow Lied

Praise for Why Longfellow Lied

  • "A refreshing approach to American history."--Booklist, starred review
  • "Exemplary myth-busting with appeal that spans audiences from children to adults."--Kirkus Reviews, starred review
  • "A well-done and easily approachable work for young people to learn not only about a piece of American Revolutionary history but how historical narratives can be used to shape future events."--School Library Journal
  • "Longfellow's poem was the Hamilton of its day—here's an inside look at the action."—Steve Sheinkin, award winning author of Bomb

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