Giff, Patricia Reilly

Nory Ryan's Song

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ISBN 13:: 9780440418290
author:: Giff, Patricia Reilly
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Yearling Books
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2002
Pages:: 176
Dimensions:: 19.4 x 13.3 x 1.1 cm
Genre:: Children's Books/Ages 9-12 Fiction
Condition:: New
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Nory Ryan's Song is a heart-wrenching tale of survival and hope set against the backdrop of Ireland's west coast. When a devastating blight strikes the potatoes, Nory's family faces starvation. With her father away at sea and no crop to harvest, 12-year-old Nory must summon courage and ingenuity to find food and a way to help her family survive. As the days turn into weeks, Nory's determination is tested by the harsh realities of poverty and homelessness. Yet, she refuses to give up, finding ways to cope with the uncertainty and hardship that surrounds her. This poignant story explores the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity. With its powerful themes and gripping narrative, Nory Ryan's Song is a compelling read for anyone interested in stories of survival and hope.

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