Mary Stolz fue una aclamada autora para niños y adolescentes, cuyas novelas fueron elogiadas por su serio compromiso con los desafíos que enfrentan los jóvenes. Sus protagonistas a menudo navegaban por complejos paisajes emocionales y sociales, aprendiendo a tomar acciones decisivas en diversas circunstancias, desde roles profesionales hasta luchas personales. Si bien sus historias frecuentemente entrelazaban el romance con situaciones realistas, no rehuían las resoluciones imperfectas, y los personajes masculinos a veces complicaban las cosas en lugar de ofrecer soluciones fáciles. La voz distintiva de Stolz capturó las experiencias auténticas y la resiliencia de la adolescencia.
Amid a stormy night, Thomas and his grandfather find comfort in each other's company, sharing stories with Ringo the cat as the rain pours outside. This picture book beautifully illustrates the theme of overcoming fears, showcasing how connection and storytelling can provide solace during unsettling moments.
Twin brothers, sons of a plantation owner, share everything--except their different beliefs about slavery. As the political tensions rise in the South, they are caught between their passions for their causes and their love for one another. When the Civil War begins, the twins both go to war--to fight each other. Mary Stolz captures the spirit of the times in this emotionally-charged story of two brothers growing irrevocably apart.
Reformed bully Martin Hastings fantasizes about heroic adventures as an explorer and a sports star, until his new circle of friends and growing self-confidence at home make real life as exciting as his daydreams.
Der weite Weg nach Vermont - bk920; Frankh´sche Verlagsgesellschaft; Mary Stolz; Paperback; 1973
