George Sullivan Born:
 1927
Springfield, Massachusetts,

Current Home:
New York, New York,

George Sullivan

Biography

George Sullivan writes books of fact, history, and biography for children and young adults. He has more than one hundred titles to his credit. They cover a wide range of subjects, from auto racing to hydroponics, from civil engineering to the Civil War. Publishers Weekly said that Sullivan "has mastered the art of writing simply and directly, making complex subjects understandable and interesting." Photography and photographers have been the subjects of some of his recent books. His interest in photography goes beyond just writing about it. He sometimes takes the photographs that are used to illustrate his work. Recent books of his include: Knockout! A Photobiography of Joe Louis, Helen Keller: Her Life in Pictures, and Berenice Abbott, Photographer: An Independent Vision.

George Sullivan lives with his wife in New York City.

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    In Their Own Words: Thomas Edison

    In Their Own Words: Thomas Edison

    by George Sullivan

    This fascinating chapter book series brings to readers complete biographies of important historical figures. Each book uses a variety of sources, such as letters and documents featuring the actual words of the subjects themselves. Readers will hear adventures and discover well-known moments in history as if they were really there. Also included are drawings, photographs, a chronology, and index.

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    Lewis and Clark

    Lewis and Clark

    by George Sullivan

    The explorers' sketches and journals help tell the story of their historic expedition through the Northwest in search of a water route to the Pacific.

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    Hardcover Book | Grades 3-7
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    Grades 3-7 $12.95
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