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Once on This Island

3.8/5 ( ratings)

When war erupts between England and America in 1812, it brings change and uncertainty—even to Michigan's remote Mackinac Island. For young Mary O'Shea, the hardest change is the departure of her father, who leaves Mackinac to join the American Army. With her sister and brother, Mary must tend the farm, deal with the hardships of British occupation, and hope for the safe return of their father.

Language: English

Pages: 192

Format: Paperback

Publisher: HarperCollins

Release: August 09, 1996

ISBN: 0064406199

ISBN 13: 9780064406192

Once on This Island

3.8/5 ( ratings)

When war erupts between England and America in 1812, it brings change and uncertainty—even to Michigan's remote Mackinac Island. For young Mary O'Shea, the hardest change is the departure of her father, who leaves Mackinac to join the American Army. With her sister and brother, Mary must tend the farm, deal with the hardships of British occupation, and hope for the safe return of their father.

Language: English

Pages: 192

Format: Paperback

Publisher: HarperCollins

Release: August 09, 1996

ISBN: 0064406199

ISBN 13: 9780064406192

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