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In The Heart Of The Sea: The Tragedy Of The Whaleship Essex

by Nathaniel Philbrick

The crew members of the whaleship "Essex" face a daunting situation after their ship is rammed and sunk by a sperm whale. Located in the middle of the Pacific Ocean, the crew members attempt to survive the incredibly long journey toward South America in o

Interest Level: Grades 9 - 12
Lexile Measure: 1210L
Guided Reading: NR