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Set against the historic backdrop of the 1906 San Francisco earthquake, *Earthquake!* follows fourteen‑year‑old Phillip as he faces the upheaval that destroys much of the city’s streets and fires. With his family’s livery stable threatened, Phillip takes on the daunting task of safeguarding the horses while navigating the chaos of broken bridges, collapsing buildings, and widespread fires. The novel blends thrilling disaster scenes with a coming‑of‑age story, highlighting courage, responsibility, and the bond between boy and animal in one of California’s most iconic calamities.
First publish date: 1993
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Kathleen V. Kudlinski
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