This book is a multi-award winner for a reason. It is fascinating! I'll admit, when I first saw the book, I thought it looked boring and was not drawn to it at all. However, once I opened it and saw its engaging format, I decided to give it a try. It is written in dramatic narrative, which means it reads like a story. It is also about a real event in our history, the Yellow Fever Epidemic of 1793. I found the factual basis of the story to be so interesting and enjoyed how it gave a glimpse into what life and medicine were like in that time. Another outstanding feature of this book is that it includes prints of actual documents from that time as primary sources. That adds so much to the experience of reading this excellent book. I'd recommend it to anyone- don't hesitate to give it a try!
This is one of my all-time favorite books. I was introduced to it when I was in 5th grade and my teacher read it to the class. I remember being totally mesmerized by this incredible story. Roald Dahl is one of my favorite authors and I've read nearly all of his books. This book is about a young boy who learns about "real witches" from listening to his grandmother, and his own first-hand encounters with witches. It is full of adventure, humor, and delightful word choice that makes it a hard book to put down!
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