The Magna Charta Library Edition Author:James Daugherty In the rich turbulence of English history one day stands magnificently apart--June 15, 1215--the day of the signing of the Magna Charta. Newbery Award winning author, James Daughertys dramatic telling of this event is the only childrens acount that we know of to be in print. A former Random House "World Landmark Book," intermediate ... more »and above readers will be awed by the characters and events portrayed in this "the birth of civil liberties." Read of the three true men, Stephen Langton, William Marshal, and Hubert de Burgh and the role they played in securing the lofty concepts of individual freedom and equal justice from the ever deceitful and crafty King John. Wonderful 2 color illustrations by the noted author.« less