Zane and the Hurricane: A Story of Katrina
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Zane and the Hurricane: A Story of Katrina by Rodman Philbrick
Newbery Honor author Rodman Philbrick presents a gripping yet poignant novel about a 12-year-old boy and his dog who become trapped in New Orleans during the horrors of Hurricane Katrina.Zane Dupree is a charismatic 12-year-old boy of mixed race visiting a relative in New Orleans when Hurricane Katrina hits. Unexpectedly separated from all family, Zane and his dog experience the terror of Katrina's wind, rain, and horrific flooding. Facing death, they are rescued from an attic air vent by a kind, elderly musician and a scrappy young girl--both African American. The chaos that ensues as storm water drowns the city, shelter and food vanish, and police contribute to a dangerous, frightening atmosphere, creates a page-turning tale that completely engrosses the reader. Based on the facts of the worst hurricane disaster in U.S. history, Philbrick includes the lawlessness and lack of government support during the disaster as well as the generosity and courage of those who risked their lives and safety to help others. Here is an unforgettable novel of heroism in the face of truly challenging circumstances.The Mostly True Adventures of Homer P. Lovecraft is a film directed by Rodman Philbrick. The book Figg was named a Newbery Honor Book. Zane and the Hurricane, his most recent novel, has gotten multiple starred reviews and been named to the Texas Bluebonnet Award Master List for 2015-2016. Freak the Mighty, his first novel for young readers, was an instant bestseller and remains a classic, with nearly three million copies in print. Philbrick spends half of his time in Maine and half in Florida. Rodman Philbrick's website is www.rodmanphilbrick.com.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9780545342391 |
| ISBN 10 | 0545342392 |
| Title | Zane and the Hurricane: A Story of Katrina |
| Author | Rodman Philbrick |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Scholastic US |
| Year published | 2015-07-28 |
| Number of pages | 192 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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