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I survived the destruction of Pompeii, AD 79 : the graphic novel / adapted by Georgia Ball ; with inks by Dave Shephard ; colors by Juanma Aguilera.
Summary:
"No one in the bustling city of Pompeii worries when the ground trembles beneath their feet. The beast under the mountain Vesuvius, high above the city, wakes up angry sometimes--and always goes back to sleep. But Marcus is afraid. He knows something is terribly wrong--and his father, who trusts science more than mythical beasts, agrees. When Vesuvius explodes into a huge cloud of ash and rocks that fall from the sky like rain, will they have time to escape--and survive the epic destruction of Pompeii? Lauren Tarshis's New York Times bestselling I Survived series comes to vivid life in graphic novel editions. Perfect for readers who prefer the graphic novel format, or for existing fans of the I Survived chapter book series, these graphic novels combine historical facts with high-action storytelling that's sure to keep any reader turning the pages. Includes a nonfiction section at the back with facts and photos about the real-life event"-- Provided by publisher.
Record details
- ISBN: 9781338883084
- ISBN: 9781338883077
- Physical Description: 147 pages, 11 unnumbered pages : color illustrations ; 23 cm.
- Edition: First edition.
- Publisher: New York, NY : Graphix, an imprint of Scholastic, 2024.
Content descriptions
| General Note: | "Based on the novel in the New York Times bestselling series by Lauren Tarshis." Title from cover. Series numeration from Goodreads. |
| Bibliography, etc. Note: | Includes bibliographical references (page 157). |
| Target Audience Note: | GN520L Lexile. |
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| Genre: | Graphic novels. Graphic novel adaptations. Comics (Graphic works) Fiction. |
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Available copies
- 14 of 18 copies available at Sage Library System. (Show)
- 1 of 1 copy available at Oregon Trail Library District.
Holds
- 0 current holds with 18 total copies.
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| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Circulation Modifier | Status | Due Date | Courses |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OTLD Boardman Library | JGN BAL (Text) | 37818000452138 | Juvenile Graphic Novel | Available | - |
Summary:
"No one in the bustling city of Pompeii worries when the ground trembles beneath their feet. The beast under the mountain Vesuvius, high above the city, wakes up angry sometimes--and always goes back to sleep. But Marcus is afraid. He knows something is terribly wrong--and his father, who trusts science more than mythical beasts, agrees. When Vesuvius explodes into a huge cloud of ash and rocks that fall from the sky like rain, will they have time to escape--and survive the epic destruction of Pompeii? Lauren Tarshis's New York Times bestselling I Survived series comes to vivid life in graphic novel editions. Perfect for readers who prefer the graphic novel format, or for existing fans of the I Survived chapter book series, these graphic novels combine historical facts with high-action storytelling that's sure to keep any reader turning the pages. Includes a nonfiction section at the back with facts and photos about the real-life event"--
