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Defending the Island: A story of Bar Harbor in 1758
by James Otis
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- CEFR level
- B2
- Length
- 9 chapters
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About this book
About this book
Two families settle on rugged Mount Desert Island in 1758, forging homes behind sturdy palisades to protect against looming threats. As enemies approach, the island’s children rise to defend their frontier haven with courage and cunning.
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