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The Staircase - (Great Episodes) by Ann Rinaldi (Paperback)
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Highlights
- How could Lizzy Enders's father abandon her at a girls school run by nuns?
- 10-12 Years
- 6.95" x 4.52" Paperback
- 230 Pages
- Juvenile Fiction, Historical
- Series Name: Great Episodes
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About the Book
Inspired by the legend of the "miraculous" staircase in the Chapel of Loretto in Santa Fe, Ann Rinaldi skillfully blends the mystery surrounding the staircase's builder with the daily trials of a spunky 13-year-old girl growing up in the late 1870s.Book Synopsis
How could Lizzy Enders's father abandon her at a girls school run by nuns? She's surrounded by Catholics--but she's Methodist! Shunned by the other boarders, Lizzy befriends a wandering carpenter named José, who with just three tools--and unflagging faith--builds an elaborate spiral staircase in the new chapel in mere weeks. When he disappears without a trace, Lizzy realizes that the way she sees things is not always the way they are.Inspired by the legend of the "miraculous" staircase in the Chapel of Loretto in Santa Fe, Ann Rinaldi skillfully blends the mystery surrounding the staircase's builder with the daily trials of a spunky thirteen-year-old girl growing up in the 1870s.
Review Quotes
"Rinaldi delivers another winning historical novel."--Publishers Weekly
"Engrossing. . . . Thrumming with mini-adventures and vivid characters."--Kirkus Reviews
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About the Author
ANN RINALDI is an award-winning author best known for bringing history vividly to life. She has received numerous starred reviews and awards, as well as widespread recognition for her historical novels. Ms. Rinaldi lives in central New Jersey.Dimensions (Overall): 6.95 Inches (H) x 4.52 Inches (W) x .6 Inches (D)
Weight: .38 Pounds
Suggested Age: 10-12 Years
Series Title: Great Episodes
Sub-Genre: Historical
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
Number of Pages: 230
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
Theme: United States, 19th Century
Format: Paperback
Author: Ann Rinaldi
Language: English
Street Date: November 20, 2024
TCIN: 94419937
UPC: 9780152167882
Item Number (DPCI): 247-11-5806
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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