Books with author Ian Fraser

Johnny Appleseed was a genuine folk hero who spent 49 years of his life planting apple seeds throughout the American wilderness.Even today, Johnny's apple orchards are still bearing fruit.He showed that even one person can make a big difference in the world.Read this fun and educational children's book and learn...* How Johnny Appleseed changed American history forever.* How Johnny's apple orchards helped thousands of new settlers have a home in the frontier.* How Johnny overcame his fears and lived most of his life outdoors in the wilderness.* What Johnny can teach us about making a difference in the world.* How Johnny ended up owning over 1,000 acres of land, even though he never really had his own home....and Much, Much More!So scroll back up and download this fun and educational book about the amazing life of Johnny Appleseed.

Amerigo Vespucci was the first European explorer to recognize that the Americas were a completely new land, and not part of Asia.At the time, this was an amazing breakthrough that inspired more Europeans than ever to start exploring and settling this mysterious new land.Read this easy-to-read children's book and discover...* How Amerigo Vespucci changed history forever with his discoveries.* How Amerigo's childhood prepared him for the great accomplishments later in life.* How Vespucci's time with the powerful Medici family set the stage for his historic voyages.* Why a fateful meeting with Christopher Columbus inspired Amerigo to venture on his own to the New World.* The breakthrough discoveries that Vespucci made on his three voyages to the New World....and much, much more!So scroll back up and download the incredible story of how Amerigo Vespucci changed the history of the world with his courage and thirst for knowledge.

When Meriwether Lewis and William Clark set out on the Missouri River to explore the vast American West, no one really knew what they would find.Some people thought that they would find woolly mammoths, erupting volcanoes, and even mountains of pure salt.What they found was even more amazing.This educational children's book reveals...* Why Lewis and Clark are so important in American history.* The incredible discoveries that Lewis and Clark made on their long and dangerous journey.* The hardships and life-threatening risks that Lewis and Clark faced as they discovered lands and peoples no other American had ever seen.* How Lewis and Clark and their companions survived freezing winters, fearsome wild animals, and menacing locals.* Why Lewis and Clark's discoveries were crucial in expanding the United States to the Pacific Ocean....and much, much more.So scroll back up and download this book about the amazing journey of Lewis and Clark.

King Born is a book for teenagers and adults of all ages.This is the story of Olaf the Viking who became King of the Danes and King of England. Few of us in the English-speaking world nowadays believe that a man is bound by destiny; but medieval Europeans had no doubt of it. A lucky man would be successful; an "ill-starred" man would fail. The gods are paramount.During the twelfth to fourteenth centuries, the story of Olaf the Strong was a favourite of the English minstrels. Olaf was born the son of Magnus, King od the Danes; but Magnus died of his wounds when his son was still too young to hold the throne. Magnus' brother Thorad was to guard the throne until Olaf reached manhood; but he was greedy and plotted to kill the boy. However, by the will of the gods, Olaf overcame all obstacles and eventually gained not only the throne of Denmark but also the throne of England as well.The King-born may be an old English account of the Danish conquest of England in1013; and it provides a fascinating glimpse of Northern Europe 1000 years ago as well as the excitement of following Olaf's Adventures.

Abraham Lincoln is considered by many to be the most important person in American history.Kids ages 8 to 10 will enjoy discovering the amazing life of Abraham Lincoln.Including...* Why is Lincoln so important?* How did Lincoln rise from humble beginnings to become President?* How did Lincoln teach himself to be a lawyer?* Why was young Lincoln feared as a wrestler?* Why did Lincoln walk six miles to return six cents to a woman?* Why did Lincoln go into politics?* What did Lincoln do to abolish slavery?* How did Lincoln save the United States from being split in half?...and Much More!Includes FULL TEXT of the Emancipation Proclamation and the Gettysburg Address.So go ahead and discover why Abraham Lincoln is such an important part of American history.

***The Amazing Story of the Man Who Created "The Greatest Show on Earth" and Changed History Forever!***P.T. Barnum was a master showman who created "The Greatest Show on Earth," one of the most famous circuses in the history of the world.Barnum could make just about anyone — or anything — into a star. He even made an ordinary man carrying around five bricks into the most famous man in New York City!P.T. was a master at stirring people up and making them hungry to see his latest attractions. And boy did he have a lot of amazing, incredible, and downright weird things to show them!Read this book and discover...* How P.T. transformed an unemployed man into the most famous man in New York City...using just five ordinary bricks!* How Barnum made a fortune with a "161-year-old" woman.* How P.T. became famous all over the world and met presidents, kings, and queens...all because of a tiny 4-year-old boy.* How Barnum made over $700,000 with an unknown opera singer that almost no one in America had ever heard sing.* How P.T. became rich and famous with a bizarre-looking "mermaid."* How Barnum turned an unknown London Zoo elephant into the world's most famous animal....and Much, Much More!So start reading and discover the amazing story of P.T. Barnum and how he changed history forever.

D-Day was the start of one of the invasion of Normandy, one of the most dramatic battles of World War ll.Kids 8 to 12 will enjoy learning the incredible story behind this epic battle.Including...* Why is D-Day so important?* Why did the landings at Normandy catch the Germans by surprise?* How did the Allies deceive Hitler into believing the invasion would take place somewhere else?* What important message did General Eisenhower give to his troops just before D-Day?* Why was June 6 the only day that D-Day could have successfully happened?* How did the Americans and the Allies land at Normandy in complete darkness?* Why did the French Resistance play such a crucial part in defeating the Germans? * How did a line from a poem trigger the events that led to the Allied victory at Normandy?* How did the Germans discover the Allies' secret D-Day plans - only to ignore them?...and Much More!So get ready to experience the amazing story of one of the most incredible battles in history!

When Milford takes a job at a small shop called ‘Magic Inc,’ the last thing he expects is an adventure. Before he knows it, though, he is befriending a talking cat, traveling through time, and becoming entangled in a full-fledged war. In a world populated by malevolent fairies, rock-n-roll-loving trolls, and good-natured Gods, Milford finds much more than he ever bargained for.

The Underground Railroad was a secret network of people, homes, and hideouts throughout the northeastern United States that helped thousands of slaves escape to freedom in the 1800s.Discover the story of the courageous people who risked their lives to help runaway slaves travel by night over dangerous territory.This easy-to-read children's book reveals...* Why the Underground Railroad was so important.* Who were the main people involved in the Underground Railroad?* How did the Underground Railroad actually work?* Where did the runaway slaves hide when they were escaping?* Why the Underground Railroad is still shrouded in mystery even to this day....and Much, Much More!So scroll back up and download this educational kids' book about the amazing story of the Underground Railroad and the people that helped to bring down slavery in America.

St. Patrick's Day is the day when we celebrate everything Irish.But you don't have to be Irish to enjoy St. Paddy's Day - everyone can join in the fun!Read this book and discover the rich history and traditions of St. Patrick's Day.Including...* Why do we celebrate St. Patrick's Day?* Who was Saint Patrick and why is he such an important person in history?* Why did so many Irish people come to America?* What are the fascinating traditions of St. Patrick's Day?* What are traditional Irish foods that people eat on St. Paddy's Day?* How did St. Patrick's Day get started in America?... and Much, Much More!So scroll back up and download the amazing history and traditions of St. Patrick's Day.

George Washington is considered by many to be the most important person in American history.Kids ages 8 to 10 will enjoy discovering the amazing life of George Washington.Including...* Who was George Washington?* Why is he so important?* What did he do to change American history forever?* What was George like as a young boy?* How did Washington begin his career as a successful military leader?* How did George spend his time at his home in Mount Vernon?* How did Washington help America to gain independence from England?* Why was Washington such a good military leader?* How did President Washington set an example for all future presidents?...and Much More!Includes FULL COLOR images of George Washington and the famous events in his life.* With FAMOUS QUOTES from George Washington.So go ahead and discover why George Washington is such an important part of American history.

New Year's Day is an exciting time to celebrate the coming year and look back on the old year.It is a time filled with fireworks, singing, delicious food and fascinating traditions.Best-selling children's author Ian D. Fraser presents a fun and educational look at the amazing history and traditions of New Year's Day, including...* How New Year's Day got started.* What foods people eat around the world on this day.* How New Year's Day was celebrated in the Ancient World.* What New Year's resolutions people make.* Why so many people watch the ball drop in Times Square in New York....and Much More!So scroll back up and download this fun and educational children's guide to New Year's Day.