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Book Synopsis: Here is a true story of how the great nations of America and England almost went to war in 1859 over a pig—but learned to share instead.
In 1859, the British and Americans coexist on the small island of San Juan, located off the coast of the Pacific Northwest. They are on fairly good terms--until one fateful morning when an innocent hog owned by a British man has the misfortune to eat some potatoes on an American farmer's land. In a moment of rash anger, Lyman Cutlar shoots Charles Griffin's pig, inadvertently almost bringing the two nations to war. Tensions flare, armies gather, cannons are rolled out . . . all because of a pig!
Emma Bland Smith's humorous text and Alison Jay's folksy illustrations combine in this whimsical nonfiction picture book that models the principles of peaceful conflict resolution.
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Are you ready to dive into an extraordinary story of how a pig almost sparked a war between two great nations? Introducing "The Pig War: How a Porcine Tragedy Taught England and America to Share." This captivating book takes you back to 1859, where the British and Americans coexist on the small island of San Juan, located off the Pacific Northwest coast. Discover how a simple act of anger over an innocent hog eating potatoes on an American farmer's land almost escalated into a full-blown war.
Get ready to be entertained by Emma Bland Smith's humorous text and be captivated by Alison Jay's charming illustrations. Through their collaboration, they bring to life the story of the tension, the gathering armies, and the rolling cannons - all because of a pig! Immerse yourself in this whimsical nonfiction picture book that not only entertains but also teaches the principles of peaceful conflict resolution.
Don't miss the chance to grab "The Pig War" and learn how this porcine tragedy ultimately led England and America to share rather than fight. It's a story that will leave you both amused and enlightened. Click here to get your copy now!
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