Keywords
Outstanding, Intermediate, Young Adult, Steve Sheinkin, Benedict Arnold, American Revolution, History, Traitor, Heroes
Document Type
Book Review
Abstract
Benedict Arnold is known for being the first great traitor against the United States of America, but few know he also played a role in saving the American Revolution. Arnold is wild, intelligent, daring, abrasive, and most definitely indelicate. He first led the Americans to victory in defining battles such as at Saratoga and vehemently argued for what he felt would end the fighting. After numerous conflicts with politics and Congress, Benedict Arnold believed the only way to stop the fighting and reinstate peace was to help the British end this terrible war. However, Arnold only met disappointment and resentment as the tide of war turned, once again, in favor of America.
BYU ScholarsArchive Citation
Verzello, Jess
(2016)
"The Notorious Benedict Arnold: A True Story of Adventure, Heroism & Treachery,"
Children's Book and Media Review: Vol. 37:
Iss.
7, Article 20.
Available at:
https://scholarsarchive.byu.edu/cbmr/vol37/iss7/20