This American author crafts compelling narratives primarily focused on American history, bringing the past to life for young adult and general audiences. His extensive body of work demonstrates a deep engagement with historical themes, presented through a lens that resonates with contemporary readers. His significant contributions to literature for young people have been recognized with a major award, highlighting his impactful storytelling. Through his writing, he encourages reflection on history's enduring influence.
Powerful and riveting, this Newbery Honorwinning narrative describes the illness known as yellow fever, the toll it took on the nation's capitaland the eventual triumph over the disease. National Book Award Finalist and Winner of the Sibert Medal. schovat popis