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Zane and the hurricane, a story of Katrina, Rodman Philbrick

Label
Zane and the hurricane, a story of Katrina, Rodman Philbrick
Language
eng
Form of composition
not applicable
Format of music
not applicable
Literary text for sound recordings
fiction
Main title
Zane and the hurricane
Medium
compact disc
Music parts
not applicable
Oclc number
885360092
Responsibility statement
Rodman Philbrick
Sub title
a story of Katrina
Summary
Zane Dupree is a charismatic twelve-year-old boy of mixed race visiting a relative in New Orleans when Hurricane Katrina hits. Separated from his family, Zane and his dog experience the terror of Katrina's wind, rain, and horrific flooding. Facing death, they are rescued from an attic air vent by an elderly musician and a scrappy girl. Chaos ensues as storm water drowns the city, shelter and food vanish, and police contribute to a dangerous, frightening atmosphere
Target audience
pre adolescent
Transposition and arrangement
not applicable
Contributor
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