George Washington (book)

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First edition
(publ. Charles Scribner's Sons)

George Washington: An Initial Biography is a 1949 children's book, written and illustrated by Genevieve Foster, about the life of George Washington, the first President of the United States. Though written in simple language, the biography has been described as comprehensive and scrupulously authentic.[1] The book was a Newbery Honor recipient in 1950.[2]

References[]

  1. ^ The Newbery Companion by John Thomas Gillespie and Corinne J. Naden, p. 167
  2. ^ "Newbery Medal and Honor Books, 1922-Present". American Library Association. Retrieved 2009-12-30.



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