Judah Touro Didnt Want to be Famous, Audrey Ades
Judah Touro Didnt Want to be Famous, Audrey Ades
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Judah Touro Didn't Want to be Famous

Author: Audrey Ades, Vivien Mildenberger

Narrator: Book Buddy Digital Media

Unabridged: 7 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Lerner

Published: 04/07/2020


Synopsis

Setting out from Boston to New Orleans in 1801, Judah Touro dreamed of becoming a successful shopkeeper. Through his skill in business, he earned a great fortune. But the harrowing experience of being injured on a battlefield during the War of 1812 showed Judah the world through new eyes. Grateful for his riches, he recognized that they could be used to help others. So humble Judah did his great philanthropic deeds, large and small, all in secret.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Ben on December 02, 2020

Judah Touro Didn't Want to Be Famous is a children's picture book written by Audrey Ades and illustrated by Vivien Mildenberger. It centers on the successful business life and subsequent philanthropy of one of early America's wealthiest and most pious Jews are recounted in a picture-book biography. J......more

Goodreads review by Jill on March 04, 2020

This review is meant for parents, teachers, and other people that work with children to read. This is the story of Judah Touro told in a way that will help educate children about who he was and some great things he did in the world when he was alive. He was a quiet and private man that became a busin......more

Goodreads review by K.L. on May 26, 2020

In 1801 Judah Touro looked out at the Boston Harbor when he arrived in America. He thought about all of his goods that would be sold in his new store once he settled in New Orleans. He made many friends and money too, with his new shop. In 1812 there was a war and Judah volunteered to deliver ammuni......more

Goodreads review by Krista on July 13, 2021

I didn't know anything about Judah Touro before I ran across this book at my local library. This story is amazing! Judah truly didn't want to be famous. He didn't want to recieve credit for all of his giving. What an amazing testimony of humbleness! "Judah Touro was a quiet and private man. He didn'......more

Goodreads review by Stacy on April 14, 2020

A wonderful and meaningful book that every child should hear! A true story about the spirit of generosity. In a world filled with people seeking attention and recognition, it’s a refreshing and meaningful tale. It’s also beautifully written and illustrated.......more