Fifty Famous Stories Retold (Annotated)

Differentiated book- It has a historical context with research of the time-Fifty Famous Stories Retold by James Baldwin. No book is better at introducing children ages 6 to 9 to legendary historical figures than this collection of stories admirably told by James Baldwin at the beginning of the last century. Selecting the best from our literary heritage, Baldwin shaped it in a way that delights children of all ages. Starting with stories of heroes from British history, including King Alfred and the Cakes, King Canute on the Seashore, and Bruce and the Spider, the book continues with tales from other lands. From ancient Greece come stories of The Three Hundred Valiant, Alexander and Bucepahlus, and Diogenes the Wise Man. The history of Rome presents the history of Cincinnatus, Horacio on the bridge and Julius Caesar. The stories of William Tell, Arnold Winkelried, and Robin Hood impart a bit of the flavor of the Middle Ages. Rounding out the collection are a series of timeless tales featuring heroes in action: Damon and Pythias, The Sword of Damocles, Picciola, and The King and His Hawk. James Baldwin (1841-1925) was born in Indiana, United States, and made a career as an educator and administrator in that state starting at age 24.