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87 pp.
| Putnam |
October, 1999 |
TradeISBN 0-399-23411-X$$16.99
(2)
4-6
Illustrated by
Ronald Himler.
This lively account of Lafayette's military and political career in America and in France and his lifelong championing of the principles of democracy depicts a man of intelligence, enthusiasm, leadership, and a great capacity for friendship and love. Himler's full-page drawings provide helpful views of the important players and of time and place. Bib., ind.
Reviewer: Margaret A. Bush
| Horn Book Magazine Issue:
November, 1999