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Book Synopsis: Leaving port from Superior, Wisconsin on a sunny November day, the crew of the Edmund Fitzgerald is looking forward to a routine crossing of deep Lake Superior. Heading for a port in Cleveland, the giant transport ship is loaded with ore that will be used to build cars. But disaster is building in the wind as a gale storm begins to track after the great ship. This suspenseful retelling of the last hours of the doomed vessel pays homage to all sailors who traverse deep waters, in fair skies and foul. Atmospheric paintings from award-winning artist Gijsbert van Frankenhuyzen bring the story to life.
The author of the best-selling books The Legend of Sleeping Bear and The Legend of Mackinac Island, Kathy-jo Wargin aims to help young readers notice the most intricate details of a story by adding the nuances that create magic and wonder in a good tale. She lives in the woods of northern Michigan with her family. The Edmund Fitzgerald is her 10th book with Sleeping Bear Press.
Born in the Netherlands, Gijsbert van Frankenhuyzen, or "Nick" as he prefers to be known, studied at the Royal Academy of Arts in Holland. He immigrated to the United States in 1976. The Edmund Fitzgerald is Nick's 13th children's book with Sleeping Bear Press. The Legend of Sleeping Bear was Nick's first book and has sold more than 200,000 copies.
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Discover the gripping tale of The Edmund Fitzgerald: Song of the Bell, a suspenseful retelling of the last hours of the doomed vessel. This heart-racing story takes you on a journey through deep Lake Superior, as the crew of the Edmund Fitzgerald battles against a fierce gale storm. Award-winning artist Gijsbert van Frankenhuyzen's atmospheric paintings bring this legendary tale to life, immersing you in the adventure. Join us as we pay homage to the brave sailors who traverse treacherous waters, in fair skies and foul.
As the author of the best-selling books The Legend of Sleeping Bear and The Legend of Mackinac Island, Kathy-jo Wargin skillfully weaves together intricate details to create magic and wonder in a good tale. With The Edmund Fitzgerald, she delivers yet another captivating masterpiece that will keep young readers engrossed from beginning to end. Immerse yourself in this extraordinary story and experience the power of storytelling firsthand.
Don't miss out on owning a piece of literary history! The Edmund Fitzgerald is Kathy-jo Wargin's 10th book with Sleeping Bear Press, and it promises to be a timeless classic. Gijsbert van Frankenhuyzen's artistic talent shines through in every page of this remarkable children's book. Having studied at the prestigious Royal Academy of Arts and with more than 200,000 copies sold of his first book, The Legend of Sleeping Bear, this talented artist once again captures the imagination with his breathtaking illustrations.
Get your hands on a copy of The Edmund Fitzgerald: Song of the Bell today and embark on an unforgettable reading adventure. Whether you're a fan of thrilling stories, beautiful artwork, or simply love to immerse yourself in a magical tale, this book is a must-have addition to any library. Click here to order now and begin your journey with the Edmund Fitzgerald.
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