No one knows what happened to WPA painter Alizée Benoit, who worked alongside Mark Rothko and Lee Krasner and vanished in New York City in 1940. But her great-niece is determined to find out. Author's note.
Topics Artists. New York City. Missing persons. Twentieth-century New York social life and customs. Works Progress Administration. Abstract Expressionists.
SRC Level 5.400000
SRC Points 22.000000
Lexile 830L
Trim Size 6" x 9"
JLG Span Fall
Language English
Rights type Print
Publication date 2015-11-02
JLG Release Date Feb 2016
Minimum grade 9
Maximum grade 12
Reading level High
Format Print
History - High (Grades 9 & Up)
History High
History - High (Grades 9 & Up)
For Grades 9 & Up
This collection features nonfiction and historical fiction titles that bring past events, eras, and influential figures to life through compelling storytelling. Selections span a mix of story-driven history and immersive historical fiction, offering engaging ways for teens to explore how the past shapes the present. Some selections are written for adults but are thoughtfully chosen for their relevance and appeal to teen readers.