River of Dreams: The Story of the Hudson River

The Hudson River has been a source of inspiration and a means of livelihood to all who have lived along its shores. It played a key role in the settling of the New World and the outcome of the Revolutionary War, and was the birthplace of the environmental movement. Now Hudson Talbott pays homage to the river that shares his name in a gorgeously illustrated, fascinating account of the river's history.

Each appealing spread sheds exciting light on the river's strategic, economic and cultural signifi cance. Packed with facts, timelines and maps, this is a wonderful introduction to a wide range of topics including the Age of Exploration, the Erie Canal, the Industrial Age, American arts and literature and the environment. River of Dreams is truly a book with something for everyone.

Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: G.P. Putnam's Sons Books for Young Readers
Published: 01/22/2009
ISBN: 9780399245213
Pages: 40
Weight: 1.01lbs
Size: 9.10h x 10.70w x 0.50d

Review Citations: Kirkus Review - Children 12/01/2008 pg. 1262
Kirkus Reviews 12/01/2008
Booklist 12/15/2008 pg. 43
Publishers Weekly 01/05/2009 pg. 49
Horn Book Magazine 03/01/2009 pg. 215
School Library Journal 03/01/2009 pg. 170
ALA Notable Children's Books 03/01/2010 pg. 26
Hornbook Guide to Children 07/01/2009 - Superior,Well Above Average

Accelerated Reader Quiz #/Name: 127960 / River of Dreams: The Story of the Hudson River
Reading Level: 6.5 / Interest Level: Lower Grade / Point Value: 1