Nico Medina

Where Is Alcatraz?

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ISBN 13:
9780448488837
author:
Nico Medina
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Grosset & Dunlap Dgs Fol Pa edition
language:
English
Publication Year:
2016
Pages:
112
Dimensions:
13.5 x 0.7 x 19.4 cm
Genre:
, Nico Medina,Where Is Alcatraz?,Grosset & Dunlap,0448488833,History - United States - 20th Century,History - United States - State & Local,Juvenile Nonfiction,Children: Grades 3-4,Alcatraz Island (Calif.),Alcatraz Island (Calif.) - History,JUVENILE
Condition:
New
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Escape from the ordinary and break into Alcatraz, America's most famous prison. The island has fascinated visitors for centuries, from Native American tribes who believed it was home to evil spirits to Spanish explorers who discovered its shores. Learn about the history of this infamous prison, from its construction as a fort in the 1800s to its time as a federal prison for just 29 years. Discover the stories behind some of its most famous residents and the daring escape attempts that took place there, including one where prisoners chipped through stone with spoons. The story of Alcatraz is one of intrigue and adventure, and this book takes you on a journey to uncover its secrets.

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