{"title":"Marissa Moss","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our Marissa Moss collection, where history comes alive through engaging stories tailored for young readers. Marissa Moss is renowned for her ability to weave intriguing narratives that captivate children's imaginations while imparting valuable historical knowledge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the highlights of this collection is \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNurse, Soldier, Spy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e. This riveting tale introduces young readers to the courageous Sarah Edmonds, who disguised herself as a man to fight in the Civil War. Through Sarah's adventure, kids learn about bravery and the importance of standing up for one's beliefs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpying on Spies\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e continues Moss's tradition of blending excitement with education. This book delves into the world of espionage, presenting historical spies and their daring missions. It's perfect for children fascinated by the mysteries of undercover work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAn extraordinary addition to Marissa Moss's oeuvre is \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Eye That Never Sleeps: How Detective Pinkerton Saved President Lincoln\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e. This enthralling story recounts the true events surrounding Allan Pinkerton's detective work that thwarted an assassination attempt on Abraham Lincoln, offering young readers a thrilling insight into early detective work and political intrigue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach book in this collection is more than just a story; it's a doorway to the past, designed to educate and inspire children with tales of real-life heroes and historical events.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"nurse-soldier-spy-by-marissa-moss-9781419720659","title":"Nurse, Soldier, Spy","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the incredible true story of Sarah Emma Edmonds, who dressed as a man and fought in the Civil War. When she was 19, Sarah cut her hair, donned her brother's clothes, and fled from Canada, where her father wanted her to marry an elderly gentleman.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the U.S., she went by the name Frank Thompson and joined the Army to fight the Confederates. 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