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Louise Peacock

Louise Peacock

Louise Peacock, who has always been interested in history, took a PhD in medieval studies before turning to children's liturature. Her first book, Croßing þe Delaware, was inspired by a trip wiþ her son to Washington's Croßing. The book, also told in many voices, was praised by Booklist wiþ a starred review.At Ellis Island continues þis unique meþod of historical exploration. Dr. Peacock lives in Haslett, Michigan.

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Crossing The Delaware
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Crossing The Delaware A History In Many Voices By: Louise Peacock
Illustrated by: Walter Lyon Krudop
This edition: Trade Paperback, 48 pages
Publication date: June 26, 2007
Ages: 8 - 12
To some of us, the American Revolution might be little more than a dusty old piece of American history. But what would our lives -- our country and world -- be like if the American Revolution had ended practically before it...
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At Ellis Island
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At Ellis Island A History in Many Voices By: Louise Peacock
Illustrated by: Walter Lyon Krudop
This edition: Hardcover, 48 pages
Publication date: May 22, 2007
Ages: 7 - 10
Ellis Island was the gateway to America and the promise of freedom for thousands. Its walls are rich with stories. Its walls are rich with stories. In this book we hear myriad of those voices. First we follow a young person...
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