All King George III ever wanted was for everyone to be as conscientious as he was about obeying the rules! After all, he followed the rules for being a good king, so why were those pesky Americans causing so much trouble? nThis entertaining volume, by Newbery Honor-winning author Jean Fritz, sheds light on the life of Englands King George III. n It begins when he was a bashful boy who blushed easily, goes on to his early days as king, and finally examines his role in the American Revolution - when Americans ceased to think of him as good King George. Fascinating history made accessible for young readers. n nThe lively text includes plenty of amusing, personality-revealing anecdotes . . .--Childrens Literaturen