This 6 CD collection of extraordinary stories brings to life the heroes and heroines that helped shape a new nation. You'll enjoy these portraits of courage and determination in the face of adversity. Great listening for the whole family. Each CD is approximately one-hour in length.

Stories Included:

-Paul Revere, Patriot Silversmith: Early events in the Revolution, Boston Tea Party

-Paul Revere and the Road to Revolution: Incidents that led to open rebellion

-Paul Revere’s Famous Ride: Revere's historic ride

-Paul Revere and the Shorts at Lexington: The Revolution's first shots

-Eli Whitney, Boy Craftsman: Eli shows ingenuity and promise

-Eli Whitney, Master Mechanic: Eli invents the cotton gin

-Mary Jemison, Girl Captive: A young teen is captured by Indians

-Mary Jemison, Seneca Squaw: Mary grows up with the Senecas

-Syble Ludington, Girl Patriot: A 16-year-old girl makes a dangerous ride to warn that the British are attacking

-Lucretta Mott: Quaker girl grows up and becomes a defender of human rights

-Gold, Loneliness, and Letters: The California Gold Rush creates a need for more rapid mail delivery

-Thundering Hoofbeats: The beginnings of the Pony Express