George W. Goethals

by Jean Lee Latham

-- Entertaining and easy-to-read introductions to the life stories of men and women who have helped shape American history-- Attractively illustrated with full-color drawings This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0791014401
• ISBN13: 9780791014400
• Release Date: January 1991
• Publisher: Chelsea House Publications
• Length: 80 Pages
• Weight: 0.72 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.8" x 9.1"
• Age Range: 12 to 14 years
• Grade Range: Grades 7 to 9

Customer Reviews

Inspiring biography for a young person

First of all, this series of biographies is meant for middle elementary aged children. I think the author did a good job of painting Goethals as (1) a worker who never quit, (2) a worker who wasn't afraid of leading by doing, and (3) a patriot who wanted to serve his country. These are all good traits that inspire youngsters. The language is simple. As for the review that claimed the book is sexist -- wow, that was such a minor part of this book, only someone who has their eye trained to it would pick it out as such.