Biography - an account of a person's life, or part of it, told by another person. People from all walks of life have been the subject of biographies and autobiographies. Select any autobiography or biography of at least 100 pages . As you read the book, take notes in the form of a time-line of at least 10 entries of significant moments in the person's life. Historical Fiction Historical Fiction - A story based on historical fact and set in a specific time period.
Many novels teach a great deal about a time period as their exciting stories unfold.
For this assignment select any historical fiction of at least 100 pages set in the United States after the 1840's . Clues to the time period might include clothing, music, food, transportation, etc. As you enjoy the book, pay attention to the following details.