"Across the Blue Pacific: A World War II Story" by Robert Andrew Parker follows the journey of an American fighter pilot during the tumultuous days of World War II. Set against the backdrop of the Pacific Theater, the story delves into the challenges and sacrifices faced by soldiers as they navigate the brutal realities of war. Through the eyes of the protagonist, readers witness the camaraderie among troops, the adrenaline of aerial combat, and the emotional toll of conflict. The narrative captures themes of bravery, resilience, and the quest for hope amidst the horrors of warfare. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

There are 48 pages in this book. This book was published in 2015 by Houghton Mifflin .

The author Louise Borden writes many of her highly regarded children's books about historical moments that she finds inspiring. She lives with her husband, Pete, in Terrace Park, Ohio. Visit her website at www. louiseborden. com. Jan Greenberg has taught creative writing and art appreciation classes at schools and colleges in America. She lives in St Louis, Missouri. With Sandra Jordan she is the author of several distinctive books about art, including, Vincent van Gogh: Portrait of an Artist , which was named a Sibert Award Honor Book in 2001. To visit Jan's website click here Robert Andrew Parker is a fine artist and printmaker whose work often appears in publications such as the New Yorker . He has illustrated more than 70 books for children. His Pop Corn and Ma Goodness was a Caldecott Honor Book and in 2002 he won the Boston Globe-Horn Book Award for his picture book, Cold . Mr. Parker lives in West Cornwall, Connecticut.