The Story Of William Penn

by Aliki

Describes in words and pictures how William Penn came to found Pennsylvania

Genres: Picture Books, Biography, History, Nonfiction

32 pages, Hardcover

First published December 1, 1964

About the author

Aliki has written and illustrated many books, both fiction and nonfiction, loved by readers throughout the world. The books were inspired by a word, an experience, or the desire to find out. Aliki lives in London, England.

Reviews

[Janet · Rating 3 out of 5]

Definitely a very brief biography of William Penn, basically how he acquired the territory that was called Pennsylvania, translates to Pennsylvania Forest. The fact that Penn was a Quaker and a peaceful man is seen throughout the very basic text.
Illustrations done in watercolor and ink alternate between a double page color illustration and a single page ink only illustration.
Aliki was a prolific and well respected writer and illustrator during her career.

[Amy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Simple retelling of Penn's life. Some pictures are in color, some are not.

[Michael Fitzgerald · Rating 3 out of 5]

Very simple - good for a first introduction, but follow up books will be needed.