The notorious Benedict Arnold

Sheinkin, S. (2010). The notorious Benedict Arnold. New York: Macmillian.

In the late 1700's Benedict Arnold joins the army to fight in the French-Indian War which he later deserted because of his mother's sudden death. He later joins the tax revolt movement and begins trading things illegally. He goes on to marry Margaret in 1767 and they have three sons together. Arnold is eventually promoted to General and he conspires with the British to give up the Fort he was protecting. George Washington finds out about Arnold's plan and Arnold was no longer welcome in New York.

This book is recommended for readers ages 13 and up. Sheink's research into Benedict Arnold's life is evident through the detailed description of the greed that led him to lose everything.