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Title: This book is a great combination of history and adventure.
Review: Too often children (even grownups) think of history as dull, so it is a pleasure to find a book like Dreams of Ships... that not only gives a powerful glimpse into our country's history but does it in an exciting way. I recently read this book with my 8 year old son, and both of us found it hard to put down. The story takes place during the Civil War. A young naval engineer is called upon to help with the development of the the North's first ironclad ship. This ship is vital to the Union's defense because the Confederacy already has such a ship - a ship that is causing a great deal of damage. Ms Sappey has a wonderful way of bringing the past alive.
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