Caroline's Battle (American Girl: Caroline's Stories, 5) - Hardcover

Kathleen Ernst

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1593698917 ISBN 13: 9781593698911

Publisher: Amer Girl Pub, 2012

Synopsis

Caroline's father has just returned when they receive frightening news--British warships are sailing to attack Sackets Harbor. Every grown man, including Papa, has been called to defend the village. Mama and Caroline are left alone to guard Abbott's Shipyard as the battlefront draws ever closer. Caroline knows she must be brave to keep Papa's shipyard safe. But when the battle seems lost, Mama gives her a terrible order: burn the shipyard to the ground. Will Caroline really be able to do what must be done?

The illustrated "Looking Back" section discusses the writing of "The Star-Spangled Banner" and the burning of the White House during the War of 1812.

About this title

From the Author

One of my favorite things about creating Caroline and her world was having the opportunity to show not one, not two, but three generations of smart, brave women. In Caroline's Battle, Grandmother and Mama--each in their own way--set an example, showing Caroline how strong one can be when circumstances demand it. Caroline isn't sure at first if she can find the courage to follow their example. I'll let you read the book and see for yourself how she manages!

Edition details

• Publisher: Amer Girl Pub
• Publication date: 2012
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1593698917
• ISBN 13: 9781593698911
• Binding: Hardcover
• Illustrator: Robert Papp, Lisa Papp
• Number of pages: 89