Once on this island island trilogy, book 1 by gloria whelan. She lives with her husband, joseph, in the woods of northern michigan. She won the national book award for young peoples literature in 2000 for homeless bird the story of a young woman in india abandoned by her motherinlaw. Once on this island book list, reading level information, appropriate reading age range, and additional book information. She has also written stories set in exotic places like china and india. It is set on an island in lake michigan during the war of 1812. A pioneer adventure perfect for fans of laura ingalls wilders little house series. Sep 30, 1995 gloria whelan is the bestselling author of many novels for young readers, including homeless bird, winner of the national book award. She has received the distinguished achievement award from the. A versatile author of historical and contemporary fiction for children and young adults, as well as short stories and poetry for adults, whelan is, according to liz rosenberg in the chicago tribune, an accomplished, graceful, and. Then the war of 1812 begins, the british capture the island, and marys father goes to the mainland to fight. Once on this island by gloria whelan paperback very good ebay. The island is captured by the british and marys father must go to detroit.
Once on this island by gloria whelan paperback very good. Nomination for an edgar, mystery writers of america. While worrying about him, mary and her siblings must. Whelans books include many historical fiction novels, including a trilogy set on mackinac island and a quartet series set in communist russia. Oct 31, 2000 this followup to once on this island and farewell to the island, set during the early nineteenth century on mackinac island, finds mary handling the family farm, with a little help from her hotheaded brother, jacques, and a gentle neighbor, white hawk. Once on this island by gloria whelan, 9780064406192, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. What i write about many of my books are about a favorite place in michigan. Once on this island is a wonderful book about a young girl named mary oshea who lives on the island of michilimackinac present day mackinac island during the war of 1812. When war erupts between england and america in 1812, it brings change and uncertaintyeven to michigans remote mackinac island. Now for the first time in her life, mary is leaving that island traveling to london to visit her sister angelique. With her sister and brother, mary must tend the farm, deal with the hardships of british occupation, and hope for the safe return. Browse author series lists, sequels, pseudonyms, synopses, book covers, ratings and awards. Once on this island paperback august 9, 1996 by gloria whelan author. Twelveyearold mary and her older brother and sister tend the family farm on michigans mackinac island while their father.
This is a stunning conclusion to a beautifully written series of books. Gloria whelan was born in detroit, michigan, on november 23, 1923, to william and hildegarde kilwinski rewoldt. There are three children, the oldest a girl of sixteen, a brother, and the youngest sister, mary, twelve, who is the narrator of this story. From the author of the national book awardwinning novel homeless bird comes a gripping historical novel about a young girl during the britishamerican wa. Gloria whelan and mike benny give a voice to the slave experience, and its the wondrous, beautiful and aweinspiring one of a child in the listeners. Shows some signs of wear, and may have some markings on the inside.
Once on this island has 4 available editions to buy at half price books marketplace. Gloria whelan is the bestselling author of many novels for young readers, including homeless bird, winner of the national book award. Farewell to the island by gloria whelan, paperback. She also won the 20 tuscany prize for catholic fiction with her short story entitled what. The story, though it involves more romance than its earlier counterparts, doesnt lack complex issues or the heartwarming ideals of family and community characteristic of whelan s writing.
Whelan is the bestselling author of many novels for young readers, including homeless bird, winner of the national book award, parade of shadows, and listening for lions. A national book awardwinning writer for young people, gloria whelan. When war erupts between england and america in 1812, it brings. Find once on this island by whelan, gloria at biblio. Pages can include limited notes and highlighting, and the copy can include previous owner inscriptions. A copy that has been read, but remains in clean condition. The year is 1816, and the war between england and the united states has come to an end. On libby mitchells tenth birthday, she and her parents climb into a. While worrying about him, mary and her siblings must keep the. She took an interest in reading early in life when books provided solace during a bedridden year with rheumatic fever.
Historical fiction set in the early days of america. Once on this island book by gloria whelan 4 available. From the author of the national book awardwinning novel homeless bird comes a gripping historical novel about a young girl during the britishamerican war. When i got to elementary school i began writing poetry. Her books are riveting, full of action, history and things to think about. Buy a cheap copy of once on this island book by gloria whelan. I will weigh the books and give you a price based on the actual weight.
Gloria whelan audio books, best sellers, author bio. Mary lives with her father and older siblings on their farm on mackinac island on lake michigan. Grade 46whelan writes a convincing third novel in her series about a young woman who lived during the early 1800s on an island between lake michigan and lake huron. Gloria whelan born november 23, 1923 is an american poet, short story writer, and novelist known primarily for childrens and young adult fiction. Once again the american flag flies proudly over the remote island of mackinac, which mary oshea calls home. The story itself three children struggle to live their lives while their father is off fighting for the american cause is a stable one, though deficient. Ira childrens choices list, ira teachers choices list. Nov 24, 2000 once on this island by gloria whelan, 9780064406192, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Gloria whelan is a poet and the awardwinning author of many books for young readers, including homeless bird winner of the national book award.
Jul 01, 2004 gloria whelan has written several works of fiction for children and adults, many set in rural michigan. The difficult work of farming and the fractious relationships between the local native. See the newest novels, discuss with other book lovers, buy romance books online. Once again, whelan successfully explores territory less traveled in books for young people. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. Twelveyearold mary and her older brother and sister tend the family farm on michigans mackinac island while their father is away fighting the british in. Farewell to the island sequel to once on this island, harpercollins. Angel on the square and its companion, the impossible journey. Return to the island by gloria whelan, paperback barnes. Once on this island by gloria whelan, paperback barnes.
Mackinac island trilogy by gloria whelan goodreads. Harper collins, aug 9, 1996 juvenile fiction 192 pages. With her trademark lyricism, spare prose, and strong young heroine, awardwinning author gloria whelan has once again taken a chapter from history and transformed it into gripping, accessible historical fiction that is perfect for schools and classrooms, as well as for fans of ruta sepetys and elizabeth wein. Once on this island by gloria whelan kids book series.
There are lovable characters, beautiful descriptions and a great story. Once on this island book by gloria whelan half price books. For young mary oshea, the hardest change is the departure of her father, who leaves mackinac to join the american army. Once on this island, winner of the great lakes book award. Pages can include considerable notesin pen or highlighterbut the notes cannot obscure the text. Gloria whelan books list of books by author gloria whelan. Gloria whelan is an american poet, short story writer, and novelist known primarily for childrens and youngadult fiction. Once on this island island trilogy, book 1 by gloria whelan book cover, description, publication history.
For young mary oshea, the hardest change is the departure of her father, who leaves. Once on this island by gloria whelan a readable copy. I would tell a story to my baby sitter and she would type it out. She also won the 20 tuscany prize for catholic fiction with her short story entitled what world is this. I think all the books i read when i was young had a lot to do with my writing. See all books authored by gloria whelan, including homeless bird, and listening for lions, and more on. This followup to once on this island and farewell to the island, set during the early nineteenth century on mackinac island, finds mary. Waiting for the owls call sleeping bear pressoctober 2009 tales of the world. Uncommonly good collectible and rare books from uncommonly good booksellers. Several of her books have been ira childrens and teachers choices and notable childrens trade books in the field of social studies. Once on this island is a very nicely done ya story about how one family was affected by the war of 1812. And her best friend gavin, an indian orphan raised by white settlers, leaves his. Gloria whelan she won the national book award for young peoples literature for her novel homeless bird.
Librarything is a cataloging and social networking site for booklovers. During her voyage on the british frigate comfort, which will. It is the summer if 1812 and war has erupted between england and the united states, casting its dark shadow as far as remote, beautiful mackinac island. Gloria whelan is a poet and awardwinning shortstory writer who has also written many books for children, including hannah. National book awardwinning author gloria whelan weaves rich historical detail into this compelling mystery. Farewell to the island by gloria whelan, paperback barnes. Once on this island takes place during the war of 1812, but there was a lack of historical information to prove this point. Ala notable childrens book, ala best books for young adults, great lakes booksellers award. Compared to the other two books, return to the island does not disappoint. Books and authors top teaching blog teachers tool kit student activities.
Her beloved father joins the american army on the mainland. Once on this island ramos, eugenio illustrator by gloria. Michigan is the 26th state of the union and its name is derived from the ojibwa indian word mishigama meaning big water. She won the annual national book award for young peoples literature in 2000 for the novel homeless bird. Return to the island island trilogy whelan, gloria on. Their life, though hard, has been one of peace and reasonable prosperity. Mary returns to michilimackinac after a visit to her sister in england. Here is a list of popular books set in the state of michigan.