{"product_id":"9781419720659","title":"Nurse, Soldier, Spy: The Story of Sarah Edmonds, a Civil War Hero","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis fast-paced, high-energy picture book tells the true story of Sarah Emma Edmonds, who at age nineteen disguised herself as a man in order to fight in the Civil War. She took the name Frank Thompson and joined a Michigan army regiment to battle the Confederacy. Sarah excelled as a soldier and nurse on the battlefield. Because of her heroism, she was asked to become a spy. Her story comes to life through the signature illustrations and design of John Hendrix and the exciting storytelling of Marissa Moss.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePraise for \u003ci\u003eNurse, Soldier, Spy\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e“The incredible story of how Sarah Edmonds becomes Frank Thompson is full of adventure, bravado and pathos. Spirited pen-and-ink drawings, full of period detail and war action always focus on the intriguing Frank…” –\u003ci\u003eSan Francisco Chronicle\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Readers won't stop until the last page of Marissa Moss' exciting Civil War story about Sarah Edmonds' life as a man in the Union Army. Vivid illustrations by artist John Hendrix match Moss' exciting account of Sarah's life in the Army.” –\u003ci\u003eSacramento Bee \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e “Hendrix's artwork is, as usual, a showstopper, and his bold caricatures convey Edmonds's strength and determination. Moss delivers a riveting narrative, making it clear that Edmonds was fighting for more than one kind of freedom.” –\u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly, \u003c\/i\u003estarred review\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e“\u003c\/b\u003eThe focused view makes the book accessible for children. The pen-and-ink with acrylic wash illustrations are full of vibrant detail. Hendrix presents a meticulous view of military life, including army camp layouts and fortifications. Hand-drawn typography highlights important or humorous points in the text and adds even more visual interest.” –\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Hendrix’s art emphasizes the horror and drama of war. Using hand-lettered text reminiscent of broadsides of the time, he visually shouts danger to the reader when tension is the highest.” –\u003ci\u003eHorn Book\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003ci\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e “In ink-and-wash illustrations, Hendrix again displays his knack for visual narrative. The aerial view of Edmonds approaching the Confederate camp is particularly effective. This large-format picture book illustrates Edmonds’ courage and determination while conveying a good deal of information in a highly readable way.” –\u003ci\u003eBooklist\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003ci\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e “Admirable and enlightening. Moss is a lively prose writer, and Hendrix’s illustrations inject humor into what is actually a serious subject.” –\u003ci\u003eThe New York Times\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e “Boldly illustrated. The text is full of interesting details. This book strikes a fine balance which conveys the horrors of the Civil War without portraying too much blood and violence for elementary readers. A very useful and researchable picture book.” –\u003ci\u003eLibrary Media Connection, \u003c\/i\u003estarred review\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Abrams, Harry N., Inc.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47965687447792,"sku":"9781419720659","price":9.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9781419720659_p0.jpg?v=1763729033","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9781419720659","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}