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Trapped in Antarctica

the story of Shackleton and The endurance
2022
"[In graphic novel format,] follow the story of Ernest Shackleton and the crew of the Endurance"--.

Shark attack!

Bethany Hamiltons story
2022
"After she lost her arm in a shark attack, many were unsure whether Bethany Hamilton would ever surf again. But she set their fears to rest when she got back on her board only a few weeks later! . . This . . . graphic nonfiction title tells the true story of the attack, from the shark's first contact to Bethany's return to the water"--.

Lost in the Amazon

Juliane Koepcke's story
2022
In graphic novel format, follow the story of Juliane Koepcke, a seventeen-year-old girl who survived a plane crash into the Amazon rain forest.

Inside the volcano

Michael Benson's story
2022
In graphic novel format, follow the story of cinematographer Michael Benson who survived two nights inside the crater of Hawaii's Kilauea Volcano after a helicopter crash while filming for a movie.

Escaping the Nazis

Jan Baalsrud's story
2022
"In 1943, Jan Baalsrud traversed the icy mountains and fjords of Nazi-occupied Norway. The journey was fraught with danger, but Baalsrud received plenty of help along the way. This graphic nonfiction title traces his treacherous voyage, including his interactions with the Nazis, his battle with the elements, and his journey to safety. Actual quotes bring history to the page, a map shows off Baalsrud's route, and a timeline helps readers trace his path to survival"--Provided by publisher.
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