Fighting to Survive Natural Disasters: Terrifying True Stories
(Paperback)
Publishing Details
Fighting to Survive Natural Disasters: Terrifying True Stories
By (Author) Michael Burgan
Capstone Press
Capstone Press
1st February 2020
United States
Classifications
Children
Non Fiction
Childrens / Teenage general interest: Places and peoples
Childrens / Teenage general interest: Physical world
Physical Properties
Paperback
64
Width 150mm, Height 230mm
Description
Deadly tornadoes. Devastating earthquakes. Killer tsunamis. When it comes to nature's fury people can do little more than hold on tight and hope to live through it. Learn the true stories of Carmen Chevere Ortiz Evans Monsignac William and Dennie Spann and others as they fought to survive through terrifying natural disasters.
Author Bio
Michael Burgan has written numerous books for children and young adults during his nearly 20 years as a freelance writer. Many of his books have focused on U.S. history, geography, and the lives of world leaders. Michael has won several awards for his writing, and his graphic novel version of the classic tale Frankenstein (Stone Arch Books) was a Junior Library Guild selection. Michael graduated from the University of Connecticut with a bachelor's degree in history. He lives in Santa Fe, New Mexico, with his cat, Callie.
