John Chapman: The Legendary Johnny Appleseed

by Karen Clemens Warrick

Book Overview

Often viewed as a fictional character, the legendary Johnny Appleseed was actually a real man named John Chapman. Arriving in western lands ahead of most settlers, Chapman sold apple seedlings to new... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0766014436
• ISBN13: 9780766014435
• Release Date: January 2001
• Publisher: Enslow Publishing
• Length: 128 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"
• Age Range: 11 to 17 years
• Grade Range: Grades 6 to 12

Customer Reviews

Facts not Ffction

I have read at least ten books about Apopleseed John, and this is the best I have come across. I agree with everything in the School Library Journal's review above. It is interesting to know the stories that have been invented about Chapman, but you must know the facts also. Young people as well as adults will find the writing style inviting and the factual information satisfying.