Hurricane: A novel of the 1900 Galveston Hurricane - Softcover

Thompson, Janice A.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1589190203 ISBN 13: 9781589190207

Publisher: David C. Cook, 2004

Synopsis

It's 1900 and Brent Murphy, a prodigal son, is disillusioned with New York and his life as a newspaperman. Drawn home to Galveston Island, Brent knows it is likely he will face rejection from his father.

On Saturday September 8, 1900, without warning, the citizens of Galveston Island are in for the fight of their lives when the hurricane of the century hits. In a single night of horror, more than 6,000 islanders lose their lives and countless others are left in devastation.

Through the experience, Brent finally faces the truth of his own childhood and the stormy relationship he has with his parents. He finds the courage to write the story of his past and discovers a loving God.

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From the Author:

As a native Houstonian, I have always been fascinated with "the great storm," which still remains the largest natural disaster in American history. In 6th grade I was handed a children's book about the Galveston hurricane of 1900 and the rest, as they say, is history. As a fiction author, I dreamed of one day crafting this very real event into a novel, where ordinary characters would face the fury of the waters head-on, exhibiting extraordinary courage. I hope that readers enjoy this story. I also hope they discover the carefully woven message of hope planted within the pages of the book.

About the Author:

Janice Thompson is a featured conference speaker in the Houston area and a director of ?Out There!? Drama Ministries. A member of Writer?s Information Network, Thompson has published numerous books, screenplays and magazine articles on a variety of subjects. She and her husband Michael have four daughters.

About this edition

• Publisher: David C. Cook
• Publication date: 2004
• ISBN 10: 1589190203
• ISBN 13: 9781589190207
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 288