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Carbone, Elisa

Heroes of the Surf

32 pp. | Viking | May, 2012 | Trade ISBN 978-0-670-06312-3 $16.99
(2) K-3 Illustrated by Nancy Carpenter. When the British steamship Pliny ran aground off New Jersey in 1882, the U.S. Life-Saving Service came to her aid. Carbone's tale revolves around two real-life boys aboard the Pliny, who rethink their fascination with pirates post-rescue: pirates are out, life savers are in. Carpenter's palette creates a strong setting for this spirited tale. An author's note separates fact from fiction.
Reviewer: Betty Carter | Horn Book Magazine Issue: March, 2012

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