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Thomas Jefferson and the Tripoli Pirates (Young Readers Adaptation)
Brian Kilmeade
Don Yaeger
其他書名
The War That Changed American History
出版
Penguin Publishing Group
, 2021-07-02
主題
Juvenile Nonfiction / Biography & Autobiography / Presidents & First Families (U.S.)
Juvenile Nonfiction / History / Military & Wars
Juvenile Nonfiction / History / United States / Colonial & Revolutionary Periods
ISBN
042528896X
9780425288962
URL
http://books.google.com.hk/books?id=61nBzQEACAAJ&hl=&source=gbs_api
註釋
A page-turning middle-grade adaptation of the
New York Times
bestseller, now in paperback!
When Thomas Jefferson became president in 1801, America was deeply in debt and needed its economy to grow quickly, but its merchant ships were under attack. Pirates from North Africa routinely captured American sailors and held them as captives demanding ransom and tribute far beyond what the new country could afford.
Jefferson found it impossible to negotiate a truce, and decided to move beyond diplomacy. He sent the U.S. Navy and Marines to blockade Tripoli--launching the Barbary Wars and beginning America's journey toward future superpower status.
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 readers.