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A fun take on history from Newbery Honor-winning author, Jean Fritz

George W. Allen is a boy who never gives up until he finds out what he wants to know--in this case, what his namesake ate for breakfast . . . The sprightly, humorous story and likable colored illustrations bring history alive and make research meaningful.--Booklist.

Scholastic Press Edition - clean and unmarked. Mild shelf/edge wear from normal handling. Sun fading along spine on back cover. Satisfaction guaranteed!

George Washington Allen, a boy who never gives up until he finds out what he wants to know, is determined to learn all there is to know about his namesake--including what the first president ate for breakfast. A delightful book . . . The plot combines history, biography, research,... Read Full Overview