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Stranded!

A Mostly True Story from Iceland

Ævar Þór Benediktsson author Anne Wilson illustrator

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Barefoot Books, Incorporated

Published:8th Aug '23

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Stranded! cover

"This gently exciting story will be enjoyed by adventure-loving children." -- School Library Journal

When two scientists find themselves stranded on Iceland’s newest volcanic island, Surtsey, they have to navigate fiery lava, fogged-up glasses, and dwindling supplies to survive until rescue arrives. Based on real life events, this action-packed book keeps readers guessing about the one surprising twist in the tale that’s not entirely true.

  • Features graphic novel-like layouts
  • Endnotes include information about volcanoes, Icelandic culture, and Norse mythology
  • Perfect for young adventurers

★ “Two amateur explorers become stranded on a newly formed volcanic island when the fishing boat that drops them off fails to come back” – Kirkus Reviews, starred review
 
“Based on a true account, the book’s comfortable and engaging storytelling presents the tale in a humorous way sprinkled with Icelandic myths and a dash of magic . . . Highly recommended for public or school libraries. This gently exciting story will be enjoyed by adventure-loving children.” - School Library Journal
“Benediktsson’s Icelandic grandfather inspires this ‘mostly true,’ magically buoyed tale of a volcanic excursion that teeters on disaster” – Publishers Weekly
 
"This strikingly unusual picture book contains a true story about the author’s grandfather, a scientist stranded on a volcanic island. Lively illustrations allude to the mythology, and the text, including facts in the back, is involving." - The Sunday Times, Best Books for Children 2023

  • Commended for Chicago Public Library's Best of the Best books of 2023 2023
  • Commended for ALA Notable Children's Books 2024
  • Commended for Margaret Wise Brown Honor Book 2024

ISBN: 9781646869923

Dimensions: 248mm x 254mm x 89mm

Weight: 168g

32 pages