Frank Carlson Library

Though the author's former boss, Thomas Jefferson, filed this 1816 biography under "fiction," there's no denying this book's influence, it's the first record of patriotic orator Patrick Henry's (1736-1799) "Give me liberty or give me death" speech. Wirt based this life story on eyewitness testimony, and includes speeches unpublished during Henry's lifetime.

A brief biography of Patrick Henry tracing his progress from planter to statesman.

Focuses on events from Patrick Henry's youth in the colony of Virginia which proved influential in his later life.

Liz, Max, Nigel and Clarie sail for the colony of Virginia to deliver a letter that will impact Liz's assigned human: Patrick Henry. Liz must help young Patrick find his true purpose in life--to become the Voice of the Revolution. She begins her quest when he is a seven year-old boy who cares more about fishing and exploring the forest in Virginia than about school. Her task will take time, as Patrick Henry will fail at everything he tries. Liz eventually...