Bibliographical information:

Pratchett, Terry. Nation. New York: HarperCollins Publishers, 2008.

Brief summary:

After an enormous wave sweeps away his village, Mau believes that he is alone on his island. But he discovers that Daphne has survived a shipwreck casued by the same wave, and has washed ashore on his island as well. As other survivors gather, they learn to communicate and work to rebuild their lives.

Comments:

This is an engaging and thought-provoking read. It hits on serious issues about nationhood, responsibility, and religion, enlivened by Pratchett's whimsy and humor.

Grade/Age level:

Grade 4 and up?

Cautions:

If you like this book, you might also like . . .

other Pratchett

--Lisa Gordis  

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