Janet B. Pascal

Growing up in a poor family of farmers, Abraham Lincoln always stood out from the crowd and not just because he eventually grew to be a towering six feet four inches tall! With a deep love for reading and a powerful sense of fairness, this self-taught country boy worked his way up to become the sixteenth President of the United States. Taking office during one of the most difficult times in American history, Lincoln faced the massive challenge of keeping the country together. He bravely guided the nation through the dark days of the Civil War and fought to see the abolition of slavery, forever changing the meaning of freedom in America. Tragically, his life was cut short when he became the first president to be assassinated. This gripping biography brings history to life with fascinating facts, detailed maps, and over one hundred classic illustrations. Step back in time and discover the inspiring true story of a humble leader whose incredible courage and honesty helped save a divided nation.

Isaac Newton was always a bit of a loner. Instead of hanging out with crowds, he preferred to spend his time quietly thinking about the biggest mysteries of the universe. In the year 1665, a terrible plague broke out in London. Because it was no longer safe to stay in the city, Isaac was forced to leave his college and return to his childhood home. But he did not just sit around waiting for things to get better. During this quiet time away from school, his brilliant mind went to work. This fascinating biography shows how a young student used his time in isolation to develop some of the most important ideas in modern science. You will discover how he figured out the secrets of gravity and created the laws of motion that we still study today!