Synopsis
Davy Crockett (1786-1836) was a real man who became a legend even during his own lifetime. He was known for his entertaining public speeches that exaggerated truth and invented events -- tall tales, if you will. Many of Crockett's tales were written in two books: Sketches and Eccentricities of Col. David Crockett, of West Tennessee (1833) and A Narrative of the Life of David Crockett (1834). Both books brought Davy widespread fame. In 1835, Davy Crockett's Almanack was published. A series of other almanacs followed. They were instantly successful, and their popularity only soared after Davy's death while fighting at the Alamo in the Texas Revolution. Look inside to enjoy the retelling of Davy Crockett's wild adventures. You'll also discover a wonderful recipe for Tennessee Grits, a glossary, and places to find more information.
Anne Marie Pace - Children's Literature
In this engaging volume, Brimner retells the tall tales surrounding the life of Davy Crockett, the legendary frontiersman who served in Congress and died at the Alamo. Brimner's language is as colorful as Crockett's life, while remaining accessible to elementary school readers. Though the book is of picture book dimensions, and fully illustrated throughout, the text is divided into four short chapters. The end matter contains a section with the historical facts of Crockett's life, including a timeline, a map, a brief biography, a recipe for grits, a glossary, an index, and a section for further information, which includes the link to the publisher's website where up-to-date Crockett links are provided. The linked sites all appeared to be accurate, authoritative and age-appropriate for the book's audience. This title, part of a series on American legends, would be a good addition to elementary school libraries and appropriate for classroom use. 2004, Compass Point Books, Ages 6 to 10.