The Ghost of Panna Maria
Published on 6. May 2018
Book
Paperback/Softback
98 pages
978-1-68179-124-1 (ISBN)
Description
In the year 1854, under the leadership of Father Leopold Moczygemba, the first Polish settlement of America was founded at Panna Maria, Texas. After enduring a long, perilous voyage from Poland, the first Polish settlers faced many hardships in Texas. These included snakes, droughts, and Indians.
The historical facts in this book are documented. The ghost stories are based on folk tales and, perhaps, fiction.
The historical facts in this book are documented. The ghost stories are based on folk tales and, perhaps, fiction.
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Language
English
Target group
Children/juvenile
US School Grade: From Third Grade to Sixth Grade, Interest Age: From 9 to 12 years
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Unsewn / adhesive bound
Illustrations
9 Illustrations
Dimensions
Height: 216 mm
Width: 140 mm
Thickness: 5 mm
Weight
135 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-68179-124-1 (9781681791241)
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Person
Rita Kerr spent twenty-six years as an elementary school teacher before retiring and launching a second career as an author of books for children. She focused on Texas history and during her career wrote more than twenty books.