{"product_id":"9781481477505","title":"Hunger","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a historical fiction for middle-grade readers, told through the perspective of a twelve-year-old girl in 1846 rural Ireland during the potato famine. It centers on a family’s struggle to survive after a ruined harvest and the surprising friendship that helps them temper fear with hope. Written for readers roughly aged 9–12, the tone is poignant, respectful, and ultimately uplifting.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe story unfolds through a story-led, illustrated narrative that grounds readers in a real historical moment while following a personal path of courage and resilience. Lush period artwork and careful language invite young readers to feel the weight of hunger, the strength of family, and the courage it takes to seek help and build trust across social boundaries.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReaders move through fields, farms, and hidden moments of kindness as two very different worlds brush against each other, teaching empathy and the lasting impact of decisions made in hard times. The historical context is woven naturally into the everyday lives of the characters, making the era accessible without overwhelming younger readers.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHistorical context of the Irish Potato Famine and its effect on families and migration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComing-of-age journey centered on resilience, determination, and hope\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubtle exploration of friendship across class and cultural lines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvocative illustrations and period detail that illuminate 1840s Ireland\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessible storytelling that supports independent reading and thoughtful reflection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eReaders finish with a deeper empathy for people who faced hunger and displacement, a broader understanding of a pivotal moment in history, and a sense of resilience that stays with them. It invites curiosity about the past, strengthens compassionate perspectives, and leaves a positive, lasting impression of courage and family bonds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Crossword.in","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48516774953177,"sku":"9781481477505","price":720.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0648\/3066\/9017\/files\/71GlU-JRqHL._SL1500.jpg?v=1776674566","url":"https:\/\/www.crossword.in\/products\/9781481477505","provider":"Crossword.in ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}