{"product_id":"the-unofficial-alcatraz-handbook-a-complete-guide-to-the-most-often-asked-questions-about-the-rock-hardcover","title":"The Unofficial Alcatraz Handbook: A Complete Guide to the Most Often Asked Questions about the Rock - Hardcover","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eKristen Tracy\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eAnika Orrock\u003c\/b\u003e (Illustrator)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGet to know the history and mysteries of Alcatraz Island, home to one of the world's most famous prisons. This landmark off the coast of San Francisco was once home to many well-known criminals, including Al Capone.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eFormer Alcatraz Island volunteer and seasoned author Kristen Tracy takes young readers on an adventure through the historic prison's grounds in this dynamically illustrated book packed with interesting facts and important stories. From individual cells in the Main Cellhouse to the ruins of the Warden's House, readers will get an in-depth tour of the island and its buildings. Tracy also shares important stories about how Alcatraz got its name, famous escape attempts, the gardens and the birds of the island, as well as the Native American groups who once occupied \"The Rock.\" \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eAward-winning illustrator Anika Orrock highlights the island's beautiful (and also grim) history with stunning artwork that brings to life this mysterious island. Author Kristen Tracy brings her personality-filled writing to a classic topic sure to be a hit with young readers. Written with a sharp eye for detail and an occasionally comedic voice, this book provides curious kids with a compact yet thorough history of America's most notorious prison island.\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eKristen Tracy has written twelve novels for young readers, including \u003ci\u003eLost It\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eCamille McPhee Fell Under the Bus\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eHung Up\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eProject Unpopular\u003c\/i\u003e. She is the author of the recent picture book from Putnam \u003ci\u003eCat's Very Good Day\u003c\/i\u003e. She is a former volunteer gardener and tour guide on Alcatraz Island. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eAnika Orrock is a writer, illustrator, designer, and baseball lover. She works as a storyboard artist and character designer in the animation industry.\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 112\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.6 x 9.2 x 7.1 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e September 24, 2024\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51752783380768,"sku":"9780593661031","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/87df8b4e41188773e0c01b1a03d074fd.webp?v=1780003873","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/the-unofficial-alcatraz-handbook-a-complete-guide-to-the-most-often-asked-questions-about-the-rock-hardcover","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}