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James Monroe: American Statesman

Author: Kelley, Brent

Reading Metrics

Grade Level Middle Grades (MG 4-8)
Book Level 5.6
Points 1.0
Fiction/Nonfiction Nonfiction
Word Count 8196
Points per Word 0.000122
Page Count 80
Points per Page 0.0125

Description

This biography profiles James Monroe, the fifth president of the United States, who began his career as a Revolutionary War soldier. The book traces his political career through his service as governor of Virginia, minister to France, and secretary of state before his presidency. It examines his influence as president and the lasting impact of the Monroe Doctrine on modern diplomacy.