I Survived the Destruction of Pompeii, AD 79 (Graphic Novel)
I Survived the Destruction of Pompeii, AD 79 (Graphic Novel)
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I Survived the Destruction of Pompeii, AD 79 (Graphic Novel)

Written by Lauren Tarshis & illustrated by Dave Shephard
Book #10 in the I Survived Graphix Series
$24.99
$23.74
8 - 12
Reading age
160
Page count
26
Words per page
GN520L
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Sep 3, 2024
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A bold graphic novel adaptation of Lauren Tarshis’s bestselling I Survived the Destruction of Pompeii, AD 79, with text adapted by Georgia Ball and art by Dave Shephard.The beast beneath the mountain is restless… No one in the bustling city of Pompeii worries when the ground trembles beneath their feet. The beast under the mountain Vesuvius, high above the city, wakes up angry sometimes – and always goes back to sleep.But Marcus is afraid. He knows something is terribly wrong – and his father, who trusts science more than mythical beasts, agrees. When Vesuvius explodes into a huge cloud of ash and rocks that fall from the sky like rain, will they have time to escape – and survive the epic destruction of Pompeii?Lauren Tarshis’s New York Times bestselling I Survived series comes to vivid life in graphic novel editions. Perfect for readers who prefer the graphic novel format, or for existing fans of the I Survived chapter book series, these graphic novels combine historical facts with high-action storytelling that’s sure to keep any reader turning the pages. Includes a nonfiction section at the back with facts and photos about the real-life event.

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historyvolcanoesItalyAncient to 499 ADsurvival storiesancient civilizationsslaverynatural disasters

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    Book Details

    ISBN
    9781338883084
    Publication Date
    September 3, 2024
    Publisher
    Graphix
    Original Publication Date
    September 17, 2024
    Page Count
    160
    Words Per Page
    26
    Audience
    Middle Grade
    Reading Age
    8 - 12 years
    Lexile® Level
    GN520L
    Est. Fountas & Pinnell Level
    ~N
    Est. ATOS® Book Level
    ~3.4

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