Lafayette

Crow, Martha Foote, 1854-1924Project Gutenberg · United StatesDec 2019

2.8

Word count: 247K words
Chapters: 25

Summary

Project Gutenberg was the first provider of free electronic books, or eBooks. Michael Hart, founder of Project Gutenberg, invented eBooks in 1971 and his memory continues to inspire the creation of eBooks and related technologies today.Lafayette by Martha Foote CrowAuthor: Crow, Martha Foote, 1854-1924,Language: English, Class: E201: History: America: Revolution (1775-1783), Release Date: Jan 11, 2009

Editor's review

This book is Martha Foote Crow's biographical work on Lafayette, falling under the category of American Revolution history (E201). In an accessible style, the author recounts how this French nobleman joined the American War of Independence, balancing character portrayal with historical context; it serves well as an introductory read for understanding Lafayette. The Project Gutenberg edition is a public-domain English ebook, free to obtain and convenient for reading on the go and searching. Its strength lies in a clear narrative thread and vivid depictions of Lafayette's dealings with Washington and others and of his idealistic temperament, making it a useful supplement for studying Revolutionary history. Readers should keep the timeline of the War of Independence in mind and note the narrative perspective and word usage of the author's era. Suitable for readers interested in historical biography with basic English reading ability, to be read in sections during commutes or after class.

Who it's for

A good fit for

English-language biography readers interested in Lafayette's life
Students studying the history of the American War of Independence who need a personal perspective
Self-learners seeking free public-domain English history books
General readers who enjoy accessible narrative biographies of historical figures

Not a good fit for

Readers with limited English proficiency who need a Chinese translation
Researchers expecting in-depth academic scholarship and detailed annotations
Readers looking only for light fiction

Reading tips

Consult a chronology of Lafayette's life first, then read the chapters in order to locate events easily.
After each chapter, note in a few sentences the relationships and key events to keep the thread clear.
Skip unfamiliar names and places at first, then look them up after finishing the section.
Read alongside a map of the American War of Independence to better grasp the geography and progression.

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FAQ

Is this book in Chinese or English?

This is a public-domain English ebook released by Project Gutenberg. The main text is in English and suits readers with basic English reading ability; for Chinese content, consult a translation or supplementary reference materials separately.

Do I need to know about the American War of Independence before reading?

Not systematically, but a general grasp of the war's timeline and main participants will make the characters' circumstances easier to understand. It is advisable to read a brief background introduction to the war before starting the main text.

Does this edition include annotations or an introduction?

According to the available information, this is a public-domain ebook released by Project Gutenberg, with no indication of scholarly annotations or an introduction. If background is needed while reading, consult reference works or encyclopedic materials on the War of Independence.

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About the author

Crow, Martha Foote, 1854-1924 Author

Martha Foote Crow (1854–1924) was an English-language author whose biographical details remain limited. Two of her works are held in this collection: Lafayette, a biography of the French general, and The American Country Girl, a portrayal of the upbringing and daily life of rural American girls. These titles suggest that her writing combined historical narrative with observation of social reality, in a plain and clear style that attends to individual experience within its historical setting—the former presenting the public career of a historical figure, the latter turning to the lives of ordinary women. Because public information is limited, her detailed biography, education, and professional positions cannot be confirmed; this introduction rests only on the subjects and general orientation of her works, and readers may consult the original texts for a fuller sense of her narrative style and concerns.