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Books by John B. Severance

3 books · Ages 10–14

John B. Severance writes middle grade and young adult for ages 10–14, exploring themes of justice & fairness, history, curiosity & wonder.

Standalone Books

Cover of Thomas Jefferson: Architect of Democracy

Thomas Jefferson: Architect of Democracy

John B. Severance

Follow a journey from a Virginia childhood through the Revolutionary War to see how a curious architect of democracy sha

Cover of Einstein: Visionary Scientist

Einstein: Visionary Scientist

John B. Severance

Albert Einstein’s life was as full of personal contradictions as it was world-changing theories. Uncover the human story

Cover of Braving the Fire

Braving the Fire

John B. Severance

Jem struggles with his motives and the chaos of a divided family after he enlists in the Union Army during the height of

By Age Range

Thomas Jefferson: Architect of Democracy

Einstein: Visionary Scientist

Braving the Fire

Thomas Jefferson: Architect of Democracy

Einstein: Visionary Scientist

Common Themes

Justice & Fairness History Curiosity & Wonder Creativity & Imagination Self-Confidence & Identity Being Different Growing Up Freedom & Independence

Braving the Fire

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