Johnny Tremain by Esther Forbes

Post date: Nov 9, 2012 2:05:23 AM

Johnny Tremain has a promising career as a silversmith in Colonial Massachusetts until an accident ends his apprenticeship. When he is released from his indentured servitude contract he finds out that no one will hire him because of his injury. After much searching Johnny is lucky to find a job delivering newspapers for the Boston Observer. While working for the newspaper he meets the leaders of the colonial revolt and their plans to free themselves from England. Johnny must make some major decisions about his life and if he wants to become part of the colonial revolt.