Library's review
This attractive informational text uses first-hand narratives and primary source materials to provide an astonishing account of the British invasion of Maryland and the nation’s capital during the War of 1812. Bibliography, Index, Source Quotations.
Genres
Publication
Charlesbridge (2014), 128 pages
Description
Traces the story of the burning of the White House by the British during the War of 1812 from the perspectives of its witnesses, including First Lady Dolley Madison, a British officer and a 9-year-old slave.
Awards
BCCB Blue Ribbon Book (Nonfiction — 2014)
YALSA Award for Excellence in Nonfiction (Nominee — 2015)
The Best Children's Books of the Year (Nine to Twelve — 2015)
Language
Original language
English
Pages
128
Physical description
128 p.; 10.25 inches
ISBN
1580896561 / 9781580896566
DDC/MDS
| 975.3 |
Other editions
The White House Is Burning: August 24, 1814 by Jane Sutcliffe (Hardcover)
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