The Secret Soldier: The Story Of Deborah Sampson (Scholastic Biography)
(Part of the Scholastic Biography Series)
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Book Overview
Deborah Sampson wanted to travel and have adventures, but since she had no money, the best way to do that was to join the army. This is the exciting true story of a woman who became a soldier during the American Revolutionary War, by dressing and acting like a man.
Format:Mass Market Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0590430521
ISBN13:9780590430524
Release Date:June 1990
Publisher:Scholastic Paperbacks
Length:64 Pages
Weight:0.14 lbs.
Dimensions:0.3" x 5.3" x 7.5"
Age Range:9 to 12 years
Grade Range:Grades 4 to 7
Customer Reviews
5 ratings
Still remembering this book 15 years after reading it
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 18 years ago
My mother originally bought this book for me in first grade because my teacher recommended that I start reading "chapter books" since I had done well on reading exams. In addition, my mother identified with the title character because they have the same name. What my mom thought would be a good introduction to more complex reading actually began (or sparked) my feminist beliefs and lifestyle. I still remember feeling that I could do ANYTHING -- regardless of my sex, race, or age -- after reading this book and highly recommend it for young girls.
The Secret Soldier
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 21 years ago
The Secret Soldier is a marvellous biography about a valiant woman named Deborah Sampson. She was undoubtedly one of the most courageous and adventurous woman in America. This book is a fabulous story of a youthful woman who was born impoverished, and was ent from house to house until she came of ge to be on her own. Determined to discover adventure, she disguises herself as a soldier and fights in the Revolutionary War. She wanted adventure and she certainly got it. I highly recommend this book to any variety of children. It is a quick read but at the same time it's very intriguing. I relished this book because it is a true story about a real girl who really lived. It captures your attention and doesn't let it go until the very end!
This is a good book
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 23 years ago
Hello my name is Katelyn (...) i am 13 years old. I read "The Secret Soldier" for my book report!! I think that it is a good book and that Deborah Sampson was brave young lady for going into war! This book was so good that i could read it over and over again!! I would love to read it again!! (...) well thankyou for making the book!!Katelyn(...)
A second grader says:buy it!!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 24 years ago
I read this in school. ex: deborah sampson wanted to be a soldier in the Revolutionary Army, so she dressed as a boy and signed up as Robert Shirtliff, called "Bobby". Some people called her "blooming boy" to tease her. She discovered that war was not an adventure but the most horrible thing in the world. After 1 1/2 years, she is put out of the army. I found this book interesting and exciting. In school, I got this book for reading group, but I read it all the way through without the group! I have to write my planet report now, so bye.
Wonderful book!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 24 years ago
I read this as a child in the early 80s. The local librarian recommended it to me and I absolutely loved it! I still remember it after all these years and I highly recommend it!
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