I Survived The Great Molasses Flood, 1919
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Children’s
Action & Adventure
History
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Format
Hardcover
Pages
144
Language
English
Published
Sep 3, 2019
Publisher
Scholastic Paperbacks
Edition
Library
ISBN-10
1338317423
ISBN-13
9781338317428
Description
Set against the backdrop of a unique and catastrophic event in American history, this tale follows a group of young survivors navigating through the chaos of the Great Molasses Flood of 1919. As a massive tank filled with molasses bursts, flooding the streets of Boston, chaos ensues. The air is thick with sweet despair, and the lives of the townsfolk are forever altered.
The protagonist, a courageous child, grapples with the immediate dangers of the flood. Amidst the sticky tide, they witness acts of heroism, resourcefulness, and resilience as the community rallies together to protect one another. Friends and families unite, facing the challenges wrought by rising molasses and the threat it poses to their lives and homes.
As the flood subsides, the toll on the community becomes evident. The story captures not only physical challenges but emotional journeys of loss and camaraderie. Through their trials, the characters discover the power of community and the importance of hope in the face of disaster.
This gripping account not only honors a remarkable historical event but also serves as a reminder of the strength found in unity during times of adversity.
The protagonist, a courageous child, grapples with the immediate dangers of the flood. Amidst the sticky tide, they witness acts of heroism, resourcefulness, and resilience as the community rallies together to protect one another. Friends and families unite, facing the challenges wrought by rising molasses and the threat it poses to their lives and homes.
As the flood subsides, the toll on the community becomes evident. The story captures not only physical challenges but emotional journeys of loss and camaraderie. Through their trials, the characters discover the power of community and the importance of hope in the face of disaster.
This gripping account not only honors a remarkable historical event but also serves as a reminder of the strength found in unity during times of adversity.
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