Benjamin Franklin was known in the scientific world for his inventions and discoveries, in the diplomatic world because of his statemanship, and everywhere, because of his sound judgment, plain speaking, and consistent living.
FROM FARM HOUSE TO WHITE HOUSE
(The Life of George Washington). By Wm. M. Thayer.
The story of the hatchet and other familiar incidents of the boyhood and young manhood of Washington are included in this book, as well as many less well-known accounts of his experiences as surveyor, soldier, emissary, leader, and first president of the United States.
FROM LOG CABIN TO WHITE HOUSE
(The Life of James A. Garfield). By Wm. M. Thayer.
It was a long step from pioneer home in Ohio where James A. Garfield was born, to the White House in Washington, and that it was an interesting life-journey one cannot doubt who reads Mr. Thayer's account of it.
FROM PIONEER HOME TO WHITE HOUSE
(The Life of Abraham Lincoln). By Wm. M. Thayer.
No President was ever dearer to the hearts of his people than was homely, humorous "Honest Abe."