EARL, Sari Benjamin O. Davis Jr.: Air Force General & Tuskegee Airmen Leader photos. ISBN 978-1-60453-961-5 . LC 2009032339. EARL, Sari . George Washington: Revolutionary Leader & Founding Father maps. ISBN 978-1-60453-967-7 . LC 2009032372. GITLIN, Martin George S. Patton: World War II General & Military Innovator photos. ISBN 978-1-60453-964-6 . LC 2009032371. GOLDSMITH, Bonnie Z. Dr. Mary Edwards Walker: Civil War Surgeon & Medal of Honor Recipient photos. ISBN 978-1-60453-966-0 . LC 2009032367. HAMEN, Susan E. Clara Barton: Civil War Hero & American Red Cross Founder photos. ISBN 978-1-60453-960-8 . LC 2009032363. ROBINSON, Tom John McCain: POW & Statesman photos. ISBN 978-1-60453-963-9 . LC 2009032369. VANDER HOOK, Sue Colin Powell: General & Statesman photos. ISBN 978-1-60453-965-3 . LC 2009032364. ea vol: 112p. (Military Heroes Series). reprods. bibliog. chron. further reading. glossary. index. notes. Web sites. CIP. ABDO/Essential Library 2010. PLB $22.95. Gr 7-9 Real events characterized by danger and excitement introduce readers to each individuals character. The rush of literary adrenalin will hook readers immediately and keep them enthralled until the end. While the authors cover biographical basics like birth, education, marriage, and so on, most of the content revolves around how the subjects met the challenges of military life, especially during times of war. Given the dynamic topic of the series and each volumes appealing layout (wide margins, short paragraphs, large illustrations), these books are likely to attract reluctant readers. In addition, sources are plentiful and well-documented, making the titles suitable for research projects. Other material is available on these subjects, but this series is noteworthy for its accessible writing, appealing layout, and high-interest history.

Filled with photographs and archival illustrations, this series presents a range of famous and lesser-known people involved in U.S. military history. In addition to standard biographical details, the texts also examine controversies and career flops as well as successes; sidebars provide historical context. Though the writing is on the bland side, the texts are useful for reports. Reading list, timeline. Bib., glos., ind.