Our Country's Founders : A Book of Advice for Young People

Rating:
Summary: Spectacular
Review: Bennett's take on the personalities of the men and women that birthed this nation is compelling and rewarding. He pulls selected writings from a variety of sources, and his choices are at times very un-politically correct. For instance, one passage by Hamilton details the regret and angst that plagued him in his last hours before his ill-fated duel. Other passages hi-lite the nobility and bravery that many exhibited in the most trying of times. The cast of characters is complete: Adams and his wife, Washington, Jefferson, Hamilton, Lafayette, etc. This book in fact does what other books for young adults only pretend - treating young minds as capable and inquisitive and able to handle a harsh reality. In all, a thought-provoking book with good commentary by the editor.

Rating:
Summary: Got me into American History...
Review: My sister bought me this book for my birthday, and it was a good read.

It did get a little monotonous later on, but it was only because of the grammar at that time. In other words, the excerpts had (mostly) long, running sentences that beat around the bush.

However, there were also some interesting stuff in the book about people like George Washington, Benjamin Franklin, and such. Because of reading this book, I started getting into the American Revolution. At the moment, I'm reading the biographies of the founders of America.

All in all, interesting enough to finish, but it took me a while.

Rating:
Summary: Excellent!
Review: This is a wonderful book that all young people should definately read. Although it may not be the easiest writing, etc, our country was founded by the people who wrote the book. We, as Americans, should listen to what they have to say. For, I am sure, we would be no where without them.