George Washington's Secret Six (Young Readers Edition)
A page-turning middle-grade adaptation of the New York Times bestseller about George Washington's top-secret spy ring. The Culper Spy Ring assisted in defeating the British during the American Revolution. In 1776, with General George Washington's retreat from New York City, the war seemed nearly lost. Washington realized that outsmarting the British was the key to victory. This adaptation, with an exclusive introduction, back matter, and captivating art, chronicles this crucial moment in American history, inspiring the next generation of patriots.
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A page-turning middle-grade adaptation of the New York Times bestseller about George Washington's top-secret spy ring that helped defeat the British.
The American Revolution is well under way in 1776 but things are looking bleak for General George Washington and his Continental Army. With Washington's hasty retreat from New York City in August many think the war might soon be over. After all: how on earth is this ragtag group going to defeat its enemy the well-trained and well-funded military of the largest empire in history?
But Washington soon realizes he can't win with military might. Instead he must outsmart the British so he creates a sophisticated intelligence network: the top-secret Culper Spy Ring. Drawing on extensive research Brian Kilmeade and Don Yaeger tell the fascinating stories of these long unrecognized spies: a reserved merchant a tavern keeper a brash young longshoreman a curmudgeonly Long Island bachelor a coffeehouse owner and a mysterious woman.
This vivid and accessible young readers adaptation of the New York Times bestseller features an exclusive new introduction extensive back matter and eye-catching art throughout. Chronicling a crucial moment in American history this historical thriller will excite and inspire the next generation of patriots.
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Subject: History
Brand: Puffin Books
Publisher Date: 01/28/2020
Author: Brian Kilmeade
Dimensions: 9 x 7
UPC: 9780425289013
Ages: 10-12
Pages: 176
