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2021., Bellwether Media Call No: GN B LEA Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Series Title: Blast off! readers: animals of the Arctic.Summary Note: Storming aboard a government trade ship, Ching Shih and her band of followers demand payment--or else! The traders soon come to fear Ching Shih, paying her for passage through the pirate-infested waters of the South China Sea. In this high-interest graphic title, readers will learn how Ching Shih became a pirate so fierce that even the government stood down to her power. They'll discover her real-life feats through engaging dialogue and sharp illustrations, as well as historical quotes, a timeline, and a map.
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2021., Bellwether Media Call No: GN B HOE Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Series Title: Blast off! readers: animals of the Arctic.Summary Note: For decades, Spanish colonists in the Caribbean lived in fear of one man: Henry Morgan. Attacking towns that others would not think to attack, Morgan quickly made a name for himself, and piles of gold as well! In this graphic narrative, reluctant readers will learn about the real-life exploits of this bold buccaneer through detailed illustrations and engaging dialogue. Quotes, a timeline, and a map provide historical context for this high-interest title.
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2021., Bellwether Media Call No: GN B LEA Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Series Title: Blast off! readers: animals of the Arctic.Summary Note: Disguised as a man, Mary Read set sail from Holland in the 1700s. Her thirst for adventure led her into daring acts, from cannonfire-filled raids to heroic duels. This graphic title traces Read's life from her early days in the military to her adventures on the high seas as a privateer, mutineer, and feared pirate. Engaging dialogue and detailed illustrations draw readers in, while quotes, a map, and a timeline add historical context. Readers will love learning about the swashbuckling life of the Caribbean's most fierce pirate in disguise!