I Survived The Black Death 1348

Binding: Paperback
Description: The Black Death was a pandemic of unimaginable propotions taking the lives of 75 - 200 million people worldwide. Lauren Tarshis's story of one girl surviving the plague pulses with terror action and hope. The deadliest disease in the history of the world Elsie dreams of becoming a brave warrior like her father who is an archer fighting in England's war against France. But life isn t fair in 1348 Europe. Peasant girls like Elsie can t be archers or knights or anything exciting. Then one day in the forest Elsie and her best friend Humphrey discover a chest filled with stolen treasures and a dangerous secret. At last Elsie has a chance to prove that she's as brave as any knight. Little does she know that a deadly illness the Black Death has begun its attack on England. It's already killed millions around the world. And now it's come for Elsie. New York Times bestselling author Lauren Tarshis tells the story of how one girl finds incredible hope amid illness and grief. Includes a section of nonfiction back matter with more facts and photos about the real - life event.
Title: I Survived The Black Death 1348
Author(s): Tarshis Lauren
Publisher: Scholastic Us
Barcode: 9781338891805
Pages: 144 Pages
Publication Date: 10/15/2024
Series: I Survived
Category: History & The Past: General Interest (Children's / Teenage)