 | Ghostly guide to Gettysburg (Eerie Expeditions Around The World, Hot topics (Gareth Stevens)) Author: Emminizer, Theresa | |
| Price: $9.43 | ||
Summary:
The Battle of Gettysburg raged for three long days in July 1863 and marked a major turning point in the American Civil War. More than 51,000 lost their lives in the bloody fray. Some believe the souls of the dead still haunt this historic site! Readers will learn about the history of Gettysburg as well as the myths that surround it. They'll discover the best events and reenactments to see and paranormal hotspots to visit.
Reviews:
School Library Journal (04/01/24)
Full Text Reviews:
School Library Journal - 04/01/2024 Gr 3–6—Intrepid "travelers" will enjoy this spooky, well-written series that's respectful of readers' intelligence and is accessible to striving readers. Short, clipped sentences heighten tension, and each page contains a self-contained anecdote, rather than a traditional chapter organization. Some reports/stories are debunked where they're known to be false. Historical background, including dates and atmospheric photos and illustrations, as well as paintings of alleged ghosts, put facts in context. Some of the famous names mentioned may not resonate with young readers. Overall, the series does a fine job piquing the audience's interest and ramps up the eeriness factor effectively. The Gettysburg title reminds readers that visitors to the haunted site must remain respectful, as it's a celebrated battlefield memorial. "Spooky Stories" sidebars provide additional facts and background information, and provocative questions. Back matter includes a timeline, a glossary, an index, and additional resources. VERDICT Fascinating; recommended for schools and public collections. - Copyright 2024 Publishers Weekly, Library Journal and/or School Library Journal used with permission.
