Praise for I Survived The Sinking of the Titanic, 1912 : "The fast pace and intrinsically fascinating disaster story will keep readers turning the pages." -- Kirkus Reviews Praise for I Survived The Shark Attacks of 1916 : "A gripping story that will hold the interest of reluctant readers. " -- School Library Journal Praise for I Survived Hurricane Katrina, 2005 : "Expressive illustrations capture the drama of the storm and its aftermath, but the book's real power comes from its exploration of what it means to be a hero." -- Booklist Praise for I Survived The Attacks of September 11, 2001 : "[Tarshis] crafts a dramatic, emotionally intense tale that takes account of 9/11's physical and emotional costs -- short- and long-term -- while ending on an upward beat." -- Kirkus Reviews Praise for I Survived The Battle of Gettysburg, 1863 : ". Informative and breathlessly paced." -- Kirkus Reviews Praise for I Survived The Destruction of Pompeii, AD 79 : "Tarshis serves up another gripping adventure. with the light-speed pacing and death-defying maneuvering fans have come to expect.

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