(4) 4-6 Illustrated by Sally Wern Comport. Lincoln Borglum was young when his father Gutzon was commissioned to carve Mount Rushmore. Lincoln learned much from his father, and his hard work and skills earned him the honor of finishing the project after Gutzon's death. Interesting details combine with bold acrylic and pastel illustrations to add perspective and significance to this little-known historic figure. Limited follow-up resources weaken the volume. Bib.

Reviewer: Tamara DePasquale

(2) 4-6 In this celebration of a truly remarkable artistic achievement, the text is succinct but thorough, presenting information about the site, the choice of the four presidents to be immortalized, clear explanations of the engineering principles and artistic decisions involved, and biographical information about the sculptor, Gutzon Borglum. The illustrations are an exultant view into the nature of art and, yes, patriotism. Bib.

Reviewer: Mary M. Burns | Horn Book Magazine Issue: March, 1999