Publisher's Synopsis
Moon Over Willow Run is a historical fiction novel written by Dan E. L. Patch. The story is set during World War II and follows the life of a young boy named Jack, who lives in Willow Run, Michigan, a town that is home to a large Ford Motor Company factory. The factory is tasked with producing B-24 bombers for the war effort, and Jack's father is one of the workers.As the war rages on, Jack and his family face many challenges, including rationing, air raid drills, and the constant fear of losing loved ones to the war. Despite these difficulties, Jack finds solace in the beauty of the moon and the stars, which he observes through his telescope.One day, Jack meets a young girl named Ruth, who has recently moved to Willow Run with her family. Ruth shares Jack's love of astronomy, and the two become fast friends. Together, they explore the night sky and dream of a future where war and hardship are no longer a part of their lives.Moon Over Willow Run is a heartwarming tale of friendship, resilience, and hope in the face of adversity. It offers a unique perspective on life during World War II and celebrates the power of human connection to bring light to even the darkest of times.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
