Matthew Henson

by Michael Gilman

Book Overview

One of the first men to reach the North Pole, Henson was all but ignored in favor of partner Admiral Robert Peary. But today his contributions are widely recognized and his place in history is secure.... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1555465900
• ISBN13: 9781555465902
• Release Date: January 1988
• Publisher: Chelsea House Publications
• Length: 110 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 7.5" x 9.6"
• Age Range: 11 to 17 years
• Grade Range: Grades 6 to 12

Customer Reviews

Gilman is a wonderful writer!

One of the all time best books on Henson for grade school. Filled with great images, easy to follow story lines. Hats off to this author. I also bought the library binding copy.