Marven of the Great North Woods - by Kathryn Lasky (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>When the influenza epidemic strikes Minnesota in 1918, Marven's parents send their son far away from the danger of the disease. But a logging camp in the great north woods? A true story of a Jewish boy and a bearish lumberjack . . . and how they became friends under the most unusual circumstances. Full-color.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br>When the influenza epidemic strikes Duluth, Minnesota, in 1918, Marven's parents send their son far away from the danger of the disease. But a logging camp in the great north woods? <br> A true story of a small Jewish boy and a bearish French-Canadian lumberjack . . . and how they became friends under the most unusual circumstances.<br><p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br>A satisfying story of courage and adaptability.--<i>School Library Journal</i><br>Hawkes's illustrations are as moving and effective as the story. . . . This book is a happy adventure that brims with rugged excitement.--<i>Kirkus Reviews</i><br>A spirited and affecting tale.--<i>San Francisco Chronicle Book Review</i><br><br><p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br><b>KATHRYN LASKY </b>has written several picture books, photo-essays, and novels for young readers. Her honors include the prestigious National Jewish Book Award. Ms. Lasky lives in Cambridge, Massachusets. <p/><b>KEVIN HAWKES</b> has illustrated many popular picture books. He lives on an island off the coast of Maine.<br>
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