Once on This Island - Hardcover

Whelan, Gloria

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0060262486 ISBN 13: 9780060262488

Publisher: Harpercollins Childrens Books, 1995

Synopsis

When war erupts between England and America in 1812, it brings change and uncertainty—even to Michigan’s remote Mackinac Island.For young Mary O’Shea, the hardest change is the departure of her father, who leaves Mackinac to join the American Army. With her sister and brother, Mary must tend the farm, deal with the hardships of British occupation, and hope for the safe return of their father. ‘The story, told with quiet humor, brings to life this episode in history. The readers feels the beauty of the island, the pain of separation, [and] the anxiety and fear produced by war.’—V. ‘[S]mooth writing, vivid characters, and strong sense of place make this a good choice for libraries and a treasure for ones in the Great Lakes area.’—BL.

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Review:

"Mary provides lively narration that flows along smoothly, and the portrait of the ways of the period and place is a compelling.""--The Kirkus Reviews""Well rounded fiction that incorporates romance, adventure, drama and history.""School Library Journal""Whelan's smooth writing, vivid characters, and strong sense of place make this a good choice for libraries and a treasure for ones in the Great Lakes area."ALA "Booklist"

About the Author:

Gloria Whelan is the bestselling author of many novels for young readers, including Homeless Bird, winner of the National Book Award; Fruitlands: Louisa May Alcott Made Perfect; Angel on the Square; Burying the Sun; Once on This Island, winner of the Great Lakes Book Award; and Return to the Island. She lives in the woods of northern Michigan.

About this edition

• Publisher: Harpercollins Childrens Books
• Publication date: 1995
• ISBN 10: 0060262486
• ISBN 13: 9780060262488
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 186