American Men of Action

Description

A dedicated librarian, anthologist and author, Burton Egbert Stevenson was also the director of the American Library Association’s Library War Service and the founder and Director of the American Library in Paris. His work comprises different compilations such as the “Home Book of Quotations” and the “Home Book of Verse”, also, mystery stories, novels and travel books.

In “American Men of Action”, the author presents several biographies. No, wait, don’t go! We know that most people feel that biographies are dull and they prefer entertaining stories instead, but thinking logically, these stories are also based on biographies of real or imaginary characters. Furthermore, Stevenson’s narrative skill and sound explanations makes “American Men of Action” a fine read even for those who aren’t necessarily interested in history.

What Burton Egbert Stevenson does in this book is writing about great men in the history of America, men who used to be poor and without many perspectives, but who ended up having significant contributions that made America what it is now. Stevenson manages to transform dull information into an enjoyable and informative lecture. With some of these biographies, he goes a little further than just presenting basic facts (education, work, relationships); he also portrays the experiences and life events of the people portrayed, allowing the reader to feel a closer connection to them.

“American Men of Action” starts with an introduction, followed by eight chapters, starting with Columbus, then going from Washington to Lincoln and Lincoln’s successors, and adding pioneers, great soldiers, sailors and statesman.

Overall, these biographies bring rather summary than substance, but they constitute a good source for learning about various historical personalities and a springboard for future research.
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