Synopses & Reviews
One of the most popular series ever published for young Americans, these classics have been praised alike by parents, teachers, and librarians. With these lively, inspiring, fictionalized biographies -- easily read by children of eight and up -- today's youngster is swept right into history.
Synopsis
This is the story of how young Jackie Bouvier became Jackie Kennedy, wife of John F. Kennedy--a woman who as First Lady, brought beauty, intelligence, and cultivated taste to the White House. After her husband's assassination, Jackie became a symbol of courage and dignity for a grieving nation. Illustrations.
About the Author
Beatrice Gormley has written a number of books for young readers, including several titles in the Historyand#8217;s All-Stars series, as well as biographies of Barack Obama, George W. Bush, and Laura Bush. She lives in Westport, Massachusetts.