History in Literature Set
- ISBN-10
- 1403482136
- ISBN-13
- 9781403482136
- Category
- Juvenile Nonfiction
- Pages
- 56
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2006-09-15
- Publisher
- Heinemann/Raintree
- Authors
- Laura Hensley, Alan Brown, Elizabeth Raum
Description
This series teaches about historical periods using classic literary works as a resource. Each title offers a unique look into the history of a specific period and region and shows how literature reflects history.
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