Stranded!
A Mostly True Story from Iceland
Based on a true story, the author humorously recounts the time his grandfather got stranded with a friend on Surtsey, a brand new volcanic island in Iceland. The adventurers face epic challenges like molten lava, melted eyeglasses and scant supplies before finally getting rescued. Graphic novel-like layouts and spirited text invite readers to search for the one thing that's not actually true in this thrilling yet light-hearted tale of adventure. Endnotes include information about volcanoes, Icelandic culture and Norse mythology.
Key Selling Points:
- GLOBAL: Icelandic culture permeates this adventure story set on a new volcanic island in Iceland.
- ADVENTURE: The story of being stranded in the wilderness next to a volcano without food and water will keep readers on the edge of their seats.
- HUMOR: Humorous storytelling creates joy and relief in a tense story.
- TRUE STORY: Based on a true story told to the author by his grandfather.
- GRAPHIC NOVEL-LIKE LAYOUT: Graphic novel style layouts are incorporated into the book’s colorful illustrations.
- ENDNOTES: Endnotes include information about volcanoes, Icelandic culture and Norse mythology.
