Description
Set against the devastating backdrop of the Great Depression and Oklahoma's catastrophic dust storms, this award-winning novel follows fourteen-year-old Billie Jo as she confronts unimaginable tragedy and loss. Through lyrical free verse, Karen Hesse captures both the environmental devastation of the Dust Bowl and the profound emotional toll it takes on a young girl struggling to survive. As Billie Jo faces heartbreak that no child should endure, her quiet resilience and inner strength become a testament to the human spirit's capacity to persevere. This unforgettable story weaves together historical tragedy with deeply personal struggle, exploring themes of hope, family, and the courage required to rebuild when everything has been stripped away.
Available Editions
paperback
Scholastic Inc.
Published Jun 1, 2005
256 pages
ISBN: 9780439771276
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Details
First Published
1997
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Out of the Dust by Karen Hesse.