Fifty Famous People - James Baldwin - Bog

Fifty Famous People is a book written by James Baldwin that presents the biographies of fifty influential figures from history. The book is divided into short chapters, each one focusing on a different person, and covers a wide range of individuals from various fields such as literature, science, politics, and art. The book aims to inspire young readers by showcasing the achievements of these famous people and the obstacles they overcame to reach their goals. Some of the individuals featured in the book include Abraham Lincoln, Joan of Arc, Leonardo da Vinci, and William Shakespeare. The writing style is simple and accessible, making it suitable for children and young adults. Overall, Fifty Famous People is an informative and engaging book that provides insight into the lives of some of the most significant figures in history.Soon, with the gun in one hand, he crept back into the cave. The wolf saw him. She growled so loudly that the men and boys outside were frightened. But Putnam was not afraid. He raised his gun and fired at the great beast. When his friends heard the gun they pulled the rope quickly and drew him out. It was no fun to be pulled over the sharp stones in that way; but it was better than to be bitten by the wolf. Putnam loaded his gun again. Then he listened. There was not a sound inside of the cave. Perhaps the wolf was waiting to spring upon him. He crept into the cave for the third time. There were no balls of fire to be seen now. No angry growl was heard. The wolf was dead.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.