Books with title Graveyard of the Sea

Unlike some other reproductions of classic texts (1) We have not used OCR(Optical Character Recognition), as this leads to bad quality books with introduced typos. (2) In books where there are images such as portraits, maps, sketches etc We have endeavoured to keep the quality of these images, so they represent accurately the original artefact. Although occasionally there may be certain imperfections with these old texts, we feel they deserve to be made available for future generations to enjoy.

Nell lives in a lighthouse on Canada's spectacular west coast. One night, during a terrifying storm, Nell sees a ship headed for the deadly rocks. The telegraph lines are down and her father is away. Nell is the sailors' only hope.Will she be able to save them? Awards:Winner of the 2009 Bolen Books Childrens' PrizeWinner of the 2009 Gold Moonbeam AwardRunner up in the 2009/10 Chocolate Lily Reader's Choice AwardNominated for the 2010/11 Red Cedar Award Reviews:Fact and fiction come together in this exciting story based on an actual shipwreck rescue off the coast of Vancouver Island in 1906. The author has skillfully combined history, nature, and family dynamics to create a strong, believable young protagonist. SWON Libraries, April 2009 "Graveyard of the Sea" is a riveting young adult read, highly recommended. Children's Bookwatch, March 2009 Graveyard of the Sea is a wonderful book. Draper eloquently marries historical fiction with a heroine that you simply cannot help but be engaged by. Because of the skill with which Draper places the historical events effortlessly within the context of the story, I would highly recommend this novel not only for young girls but as a classroom novel study. Graveyard of the Sea would make an excellent addition to a classroom or school library as well as being an unforgettable read. Resource Links, February 2009

This is a non-fiction story about a young girl's childhood experience. It tells of and experience she had whose lesson lasted a life time. It tells how she convinces her sibling into following her lead, sort of like her partner in crime. The situation she finds herself in sort of revolves itself, although she ultimately finds a way to resolve the situation herself. She yet had to face the wrath of her parents. However the way that is resolved is left yet another lasting impression on the heroine. This story is modeled after a real life experience in the author's life. Although the setting take place in another generation it is still applicable today.