Paul Revere's Ride: The Classic Edition

Written by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
Illustrated by Charles Santore

Grade:

1-4

ISBN-13:

978-1604334937

Publisher:

Applesauce Press (2014)

This beautiful and accurately illustrated version of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow’s poem brings to life the drama and excitement of the midnight ride. The classic poem, written by Longfellow in 1860, tells the story of Revere’s ride from Boston to Concord warning the Patriots of the approaching British. This patriotic and courageous undertaking allowed the Patriots to prepare for the battles of Lexington and Concord, both of which had great significance in America’s fight for independence. Santore’s double-page illustrations offer various perspectives and vantage points of the action and motion of the story. The illustrations are thoroughly researched and historically accurate, adding depth to the poetic telling of this patriotic and significant event in American history.