Cover of Allan Pinkerton

Allan Pinkerton

by Judith Pinkerton Josephson

Reading Level 7 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 9-12

The text is written at a 7th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Discover the exciting life of Allan Pinkerton, the man who created the first private detective agency in America. Follow his adventures as he solves mysteries and protects people in a time of great change. Perfect for young readers ready to explore history through thrilling detective stories.

Representation & Themes

HistoryDetectivesAdventureBiography

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

Details

ISBN
0822549239
Pages
128
Publisher
Lerner Publications
Published
1996
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
20,401

Genres

Detectives

Subjects

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People

Allan Pinkerton (1819-1884)

Places

United States