The Odyssey Of A War Orphan : The Test Of One'S Mettle Is Conflict

The Odyssey of a War Orphan is a vignette of an eight-year-old's struggle to overcome the effects of WWII. She ws adopted from an all girls' orphanage in war-torn Italy in the 1950's by a single, American teacher whose intent was to adopt a servant. Follow some of Maria's hair-raising adventures and escapades to accllmate herself to her new country-the U.S.A. She exemplifies, through grit, humor and determination, "The American Dream".

• | Author: Maria A. Beurmann
• | Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
• | Publication Date: Dec 07, 2017
• | Number of Pages: 300 pages
• | Language: English
• | Binding: Paperback
• | ISBN-10: 1974665038
• | ISBN-13: 9781974665037