Books with author Geoff Baggett

Lewis Hammock was only nine years old when his parents took his family on a great trek from their Virginia homelands to settle in the untamed forests of the faraway colony of Georgia. As a boy he helped his family build a new cabin home and begin an exciting new life on the Georgia frontier.But then the Revolutionary War descended upon Georgia with a merciless fury. The British and their allies swept through the Georgia backcountry and attempted to drive all of the Patriot families from their lands. Lewis became caught up in a violent world in which he had to fight … and even kill … to protect his family and home. At the age of fifteen he became a skilled and respected warrior and soldier.But would this young man who had experienced such violence and suffering throughout most of his young life ever find peace on the American frontier?Little Warrior is the gritty, honest, captivating story about a brave Patriot boy who fought for his country, his home, his freedom, and his family.

Almost all of the men of the Boone family were well-known early American adventurers and frontiersmen. Squire Boone was no different. He accompanied his brother, Daniel, on several expeditions and treks into the wild, untamed Kentucky country. Then, in 1776, Squire packed up his family and moved them to Kentucky. His desire was to be a part of taming that vast, unspoiled frontier.Squire’s sons, Jonathan, Moses, and Isaiah, witnessed and lived much of the tumultuous early history of Kentucky. Over the years, they survived numerous attacks by native tribes. They suffered unspeakable hardship, pain, and hunger as they helped their parents carve out a new life on the Kentucky frontier. They also fought alongside their father to protect their family.Pioneer life was fragile and uncertain. Through all of their trials, the sons of Squire Boone were always on the move. They were driven from place after place, fort after fort, and cabin after cabin. It seemed like they were Always Looking for a Home. But, would they ever find one? Would they ever really discover home?

The British have invaded Charlestown and the Revolutionary War has descended with a vengeance upon the sleepy southern frontier. Oppression, violence, and fear overwhelm the villages and homesteads of North and South Carolina. Thirteen-year-old William Hamilton is violently drawn into the war by forces seemingly beyond his control. He is racked with guilt after he is forced to take part in a battle at a frontier cabin. He vows that he will never take up arms against another human being. But as the war rages around him and the British declare a personal war upon his family, William must decide whether he will honor his vow or stand up to the enemy.Little Hornet is the emotional, triumphant story of a brave American boy fighting for his country, home, and freedom … and for his big brothers.

**Free teaching guide resource available for teachers and parents on the author's web site. www.geoffbaggett.comThe British have invaded Charlestown and the Revolutionary War has descended with a vengeance upon the sleepy southern frontier. Oppression, violence, and fear overwhelm the villages and homesteads of North and South Carolina. Thirteen-year-old William Hamilton is violently drawn into the war by forces seemingly beyond his control. He is racked with guilt after he is forced to take part in a battle at a frontier cabin. He vows that he will never take up arms against another human being. But as the war rages around him and the British declare a personal war upon his family, William must decide whether he will honor his vow or stand up to the enemy.Little Hornet is the emotional, triumphant story of a brave American boy fighting for his country, home, and freedom … and for his big brothers.

Betsy Johnson was only eight years old when she traveled with her family to reach the rugged, untamed Kentucky frontier. The Johnson family found a home at a place called Bryan Station, a remote fort in the dense Kentucky forest. She worked with her family to plant crops, make clothing, and care for her younger brothers and sisters. It was a hard life, but a good life. Betsy loved her home in Kentucky. Every day was an adventure. Then, in the summer of 1782, the American Revolutionary War found its way to this isolated fort. Over five hundred Indians, led by British officers, surrounded Bryan Station and prepared to attack the settlers there. A Bucket Full of Courage tells about the incredible spirit and bravery of this little girl and the other heroes of Bryan Station who stood against the attack.

Pierre Grimard was a courageous little boy who lived with his parents on the Northwest Frontier in Colonial America. His home was in Vincennes, a tiny, peaceful settlement on the banks of the majestic Wabash River. In his humble village there were hard-working farmers, crusty fur-trappers, tribes of majestic Indians, and an army of fearsome British soldiers. Pierre absolutely loved his frontier life. Every day was a new and exciting adventure. The creeks, forests, and fields were full of a lifetime of amazing, fun discoveries. But in the winter of 1778-79 his peaceful, boring village became an important battlefield in the conflict of the American rebellion against England. Rugged soldiers from Virginia invaded the region to fight against the British Army. The Frenchmen who lived in Vincennes, including Pierre’s father, had to choose a side in the violent war. The question was … would they choose the right side? Would the peaceful French people of the Illinois Country be able to survive yet another bloody war on the American continent?Little Spy of Vincennes tells the exciting story of a young French-American boy who joined with his father in the great battle for liberty and freedom known as the American Revolution.

Almost all of the men of the Boone family were well-known early American adventurers and frontiersmen. Squire Boone was no different. He accompanied his brother, Daniel, on several expeditions and treks into the wild, untamed Kentucky country. Then, in 1776, Squire packed up his family and moved them to Kentucky. His desire was to be a part of taming that vast, unspoiled frontier.Squire’s sons, Jonathan, Moses, and Isaiah, witnessed and lived much of the tumultuous early history of Kentucky. Over the years, they survived numerous attacks by native tribes. They suffered unspeakable hardship, pain, and hunger as they helped their parents carve out a new life on the Kentucky frontier. They also fought alongside their father to protect their family.Pioneer life was fragile and uncertain. Through all of their trials, the sons of Squire Boone were always on the move. They were driven from place after place, fort after fort, and cabin after cabin. It seemed like they were Always Looking for a Home. But, would they ever find one? Would they ever really discover home?

Elizabeth Yeisley was mature beyond her years. As the oldest of five daughters in a fatherless home, she had no choice but to grow up fast. Her father, Michael Yeisley, was a soldier in the German Regiment of the Continental Army. He was deployed on the battlefields of Pennsylvania, fighting under General George Washington for independence from Great Britain.The war was not going well for the American cause. The British occupied the capital at Philadelphia. Redcoats were swarming throughout the countryside. Washington’s army lost one battle after another. The prospects for a victorious American nation seemed quite grim. Like so many others in eastern Pennsylvania, Elizabeth and her family lost their home in the fighting. The only way they could find food and shelter was to go in search of her father and join the Continental Army as “camp followers.” Their journey would lead them to a cold, muddy, hunger-filled encampment known in American history as Valley Forge.Little Camp Follower is the story of one brave little girl who became a part of Washington’s army. Hers is a uniquely American story of unspeakable difficulties and incredible bravery.

Basil was the youngest child of James and Elizabeth Billingsley. Throughout his entire life, all of his older siblings had called him, “Little Brother.” He lived comfortably with his parents in a stately home in the quiet frontier town of Guilford Courthouse, North Carolina. Basil never did anything dangerous or important … until a quiet night in April, 1776. Loyalist militiamen raided his home and attacked his Patriot family. At the tender age of nine, Basil had to take up arms and fight to defend his home. His quiet, boring life was shattered on that night of gunfire, blood, and pain.As the years passed, the American Revolution inched closer and closer to his home. A battle was brewing … one of the biggest battles of the war. Armies mustered and marched within sight of his own house. But, what would Basil Billingsley do? Would he hide out in the comfort and safety of his home? Or, would he take up a musket and fight?Little Brother is the story of a brave young man from North Carolina who overcame his fears and fought for his freedom, his family, and his country.

Pierre Grimard was a courageous little boy who lived with his parents on the Northwest Frontier in Colonial America. His home was in Vincennes, a tiny, peaceful French settlement on the banks of the majestic Wabash River. In his humble village there were hard-working farmers, crusty fur-trappers, tribes of majestic Indians, and an army of fearsome British soldiers. Pierre absolutely loved his frontier life. Every day was a new and exciting adventure. The creeks, forests, and fields were full of a lifetime of amazing, fun discoveries. But in the winter of 1778-79 his quiet, boring village became an important battlefield in the conflict of the American rebellion against England. Rugged soldiers from Virginia invaded the region to fight against the British Army. The Frenchmen who lived in Vincennes, including Pierre’s father, had to choose a side in the violent war. The question was … would they choose the right side? Would the peaceful French people of the Illinois Country be able to survive yet another bloody war on the American continent? Little Spy of Vincennes tells the exciting story of a young French-American boy who joined with his father in the great battle for liberty and freedom known as the American Revolution.

Lewis Hammock was only nine years old when his parents took his family on a great trek from their Virginia homelands to settle in the untamed forests of the faraway colony of Georgia. As a boy he helped his family build a new cabin home and begin an exciting new life on the Georgia frontier. But then the Revolutionary War descended upon Georgia with a merciless fury. The British and their allies swept through the Georgia backcountry and attempted to drive all of the Patriot families from their lands. Lewis became caught up in a violent world in which he had to fight … and even kill … to protect his family and home. At the age of fifteen he became a skilled and respected warrior and soldier. But would this young man who had experienced such violence and suffering throughout most of his young life ever find peace on the American frontier? Little Warrior is the gritty, honest, captivating story about a brave Patriot boy who fought for his country, his home, his freedom, and his family.

Basil was the youngest child of James and Elizabeth Billingsley. Throughout his entire life, all of his older siblings had called him, “Little Brother.” He lived comfortably with his parents in a stately home in the quiet frontier town of Guilford Courthouse, North Carolina. Basil never did anything dangerous or important … until a quiet night in April, 1776. Loyalist militiamen raided his home and attacked his Patriot family. At the tender age of nine, Basil had to take up arms and fight to defend his home. His quiet, boring life was shattered on that night of gunfire, blood, and pain. As the years passed, the American Revolution inched closer and closer to his home. A battle was brewing … one of the biggest battles of the war. Armies mustered and marched within sight of his own house. But, what would Basil Billingsley do? Would he hide out in the comfort and safety of his home? Or, would he take up a musket and fight? Little Brother is the story of a brave young man from North Carolina who overcame his fears and fought for his freedom, his family, and his country.