Marven of the Great North Woods

Firefly & Fern Summary

Marven of the Great North Woods tells the inspiring true-inspired story of a Jewish boy who leaves his family during the 1918 influenza epidemic to work in a Minnesota lumber camp, where he discovers courage, resilience, and his own strength far from home. Through vivid storytelling and historical detail, Kathryn Lasky brings to life a remarkable chapter of American history while exploring themes of family, survival, and coming of age during difficult times. This beautifully illustrated novel shows young readers how ordinary people—even children—can make meaningful contributions and find hope amid crisis.