Finishing Becca: A Story about Peggy Shippen and Benedict Arnold

by Ann Rinaldi, Ann Rinaldi

Overview

An independent-minded young maid tells the story of social-climber Peggy Shippen and how she influenced Benedict Arnold’s betrayal of the Patriot forces. Revolutionary Philadelphia is brought to life as Becca seeks to find her “missing pieces” while exploring the complicated issues of the war between the impoverished independence men and the decadent British Tories. “This tale of treachery comes alive under [Rinaldi’s] pen.”--Kirkus Reviews

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780152050795
Publisher:	HMH Books
Publication date:	03/01/2004
Series:	Great Episodes Series
Edition description:	First Edition
Pages:	384
Sales rank:	1,259,292
Product dimensions:	6.90(w) x 10.24(h) x 1.01(d)
Lexile:	620L (what's this?)
Age Range:	12 - 17 Years

About the Author

ANN RINALDI is an award-winning author best known for bringing history vividly to life. She has received numerous starred reviews and awards, as well as widespread recognition for her historical novels. Ms. Rinaldi lives in central New Jersey.

Editorial Reviews

"This tale of treachery comes alive under [Rinaldi's] pen."--Kirkus Reviews

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