Zane and the Hurricane: A Story of Katrina - Rodman Philbrick

Written by Rodman Philbrick
Read by Jerry Dixon
Format: MP3
Bitrate: 64 Kbps
Unabridged

Publisher: Scholastic Inc.
Awards: Earphones Award
Release date: June 1, 2017
Duration: 04:11:53

Zane Dupree is a charismatic 12-year-old boy of mixed race visiting a relative in New Orleans when Hurricane Katrina hits. Unexpectedly separated from all family, Zane and his dog experience the terror of Katrina’s wind, rain, and horrific flooding. Facing death, they are rescued from an attic air vent by a kind, elderly musician and a scrappy young girl—both African American.

The chaos that ensues as storm water drowns the city, shelter and food vanish, and police contribute to a dangerous, frightening atmosphere, creates a page-turning tale that completely engrosses the reader. Based on the facts of the worst hurricane disaster in U.S. history, Philbrick includes the lawlessness and lack of government support during the disaster as well as the generosity and courage of those who risked their lives and safety to help others. Here is an unforgettable novel of heroism in the face of truly challenging circumstances.

“Narrator Jerry Dixon’s strong performance and Philbrick’s exceptional story about a young boy living through Hurricane Katrina ensure that this audiobook will become a classic. …. Dixon perfectly captures Zane’s voice as well as Tru’s warmth and calm–which keeps the kids centered–and prickly Malvina as she deals with her absent mother. When they seek help, the trio meets the best and worst of people–all impeccably conveyed by Dixon. Listeners can almost SEE the people caught up in this American tragedy” — Winner of AudioFile Earphones Award