Lafayette by Martha Foote Crow

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Author Crow, Martha Foote, 1854-1924
Title Lafayette
Note Reading ease score: 65.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits E-text prepared by Juliet Sutherland, Jen Haines, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary "Lafayette" by Martha Foote Crow is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book chronicles the life and legacy of the Marquis de Lafayette, focusing on his pivotal role during the American Revolutionary War and his journey from a young nobleman in France to a heroic figure in both American and French history. The opening of the book sets the stage for Lafayette’s story, beginning with a vivid description of his birthplace, the Château de Chaviniac, nestled in the rugged Auvergne Mountains of France. It introduces Lafayette’s family background, noting the legacy of military service and noble titles held by his ancestors, along with Lafayette's early childhood marked by loss—his father being killed in battle shortly before his birth. As the narrative unfolds, it hints at Lafayette's adventurous spirit, early ideals of justice and freedom, and his decision to become a soldier, laying the groundwork for his later involvement in the American quest for independence. The stage is set for a rich exploration of his motivations, character development, and the historical context that shaped his journey. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class E201: History: America: Revolution (1775-1783)
Subject Lafayette, Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert Du Motier, marquis de, 1757-1834 -- Juvenile literature
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EBook-No. 27777
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 4, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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