The story fever 1793 takes place in historic philadelphia in the year 1793. The distant call of the charcoal mans horn sounded at the far end of the market. Set during philadelphias yellow fever outbreak, fever 1793 is a young adult, historical fiction novel written by laurie halse anderson and first published in 2000. Apr 09, 2009 the cooking untensils are a good symbol of these first two chapters. The author of the book is laurie halse anderson and the book has 243 pages. When you come to our classes in september, we will set aside a class block for you to complete a. Mattie and her mother travel to the ogilvies expensive and large home where they are greeted by mrs.
A book written by laurie halse anderson about the yellow fever epidemic of 1793. However, polly isnt the only death from the fever, and soon rumors are flying. The protagonist and the antagonist of fever 1793 the title of the book i am reading is fever 1793. The true and terrifying story of the yellow fever epidemic of 1793 is a young adult nonfiction title that draws on firsthand accounts and explores the fevers historical context, sharing fever 1793 s emphasis on the lifesaving efforts of the free africans. Mattie is needed immediately to help in their coffeehouse, since their serving girl, polly, is late for work. Matildas grandfather is a solider, captain william farnsworth cook of the pennsylvania fifth.
January book report a historical fiction novel for teens written by laurie halse anderson and steve scott. The yellow fever outbreak began in the beginning of august 1793, and the more individuals became sick and deceased, the more. The character of matilda mattie cook in fever 1793 from litcharts. As we summarize andersons book, well highlight some of the important characters. Fever 1793 by laurie halse anderson, lori earley, paperback. The twins robert and william are elizas nephews and josephs sons. In the middle of the book, the story becomes more melodramatic as it focuses on the main character as she tries desperately to find her mother and a place for her grandfather and her as the fever engulfs the city. Carris, an exporter and a good friend of grandfather, frequents the coffeehouse. Fever 1793, is a historical fiction book written by laurie halse anderson, which is based on an epidemic, known as yellow fever that had taken place in philadelphia during 1793, killing a few thousand individuals. Laurie halse anderson sets the narrative firmly in philadelphia in 1793 by alluding to famous characters. Set during the philadelphia yellow fever epidemic, its protagonist and narrator is a teenage girl named matilda whose father has died. During the 1793 yellow fever epidemic in philadelphia, sixteenyearold matilda cook gains new. During the summer of 1793, mattie cook lives above the family coffee shop with her widowed mother and grandfather. As you know, you must read it over the summer break.
A picture book, ndito runs, was a 1996 pick of the lists from the american booksellers association. I dont have to do it about her mom, it could be about any of the characters so if you have quotes and stuff to show the importance of any other character that would be fine too. Authors sometimes subject their characters to difficult tasks. Matties character development and the historical context of the novel give. Fourteenyearold matilda mattie cook is the teenage protagonist of a young adult novel. Start studying fever 1793character list chapters 110. You should be able to do the following once you complete this lesson.
Sep 21, 2014 the protagonist and the antagonist of fever 1793 the title of the book i am reading is fever 1793. Immediately download the fever 1793 summary, chapterbychapter analysis, book notes, essays, quotes, character descriptions, lesson plans, and more everything you need for studying or teaching fever 1793. I think what made it so creepy for me was the reality of it all. It takes place in philadelphia with fictional characters in real settings. The action takes place in the same high school as speak and features cameo appearances by some of its characters. Fever 1793 was in my opinion one of the best books ever the story is about a girl named mattie cook who lives in philadelphia, her mother owns the cook coffehouse and in the beginning life is getting along well, at least as well as it can with your mother constantly telling you what to do. In 2002, after the publication of fever 1793, catalyst was published by penguin under the viking imprint. Fever 1793character list chapters 110 flashcards quizlet. Oct 06, 2008 in the book fever 1793 by laurie halse anderson how is matties mother important to the story. The cooking untensils are a good symbol of these first two chapters.
Its an extreme scenario, and in order to respond to it, matilda has to grow up very, very quickly due to her situations and growing up becomes a matter of life and death. Matilda will be coming of age during a crisis situation the yellow fever epidemic of 1793. Fever 1793 discussion guide during the 1793 yellow fever epidemic in philadelphia, sixteenyearold matilda cook gains new strengths. The protagonist and the antagonist of fever 1793 blogger. In the book fever 1793 by laurie halse anderson how is matties mother important to the story.
Her title, speak, was named a 2000 printz honor book by the american. Quizlet flashcards, activities and games help you improve your grades. Inspired by the yellow fever epidemic that struck and killed almost 5,000 people in philadelphia in the late summer months of 1793, andersons story follows matilda cook. In 1793, the cook coffeehouse outside philadelphia is a haven for those fleeing from the fever sweeping across the mosquitoinfested city. Mattie spends her days avoiding chores and making plans to turn the family business into the finest philadelphia has. Mattie would rather daydream about escaping philadelphia, much like blanchards hotair balloon which flew earlier that year, but she reluctantly complies. In august, 1793, 14yearold matilda mattie cook is awakened by her mother, lucille cook, scolding her for sleeping late. Start studying fever 1793 character list chapters 110.
Print a copy of the fever 1793 literature circle questions printable for each student. Author laurie halse anderson writes about such a time in fever, 1793. In the book fever 1793 there is a girl named mattie, short for matilda. They then recover with the help of matilda and eliza. When you come to our classes in september, we will set aside a class block for you to complete a group project on the novel.
Fever 1793 by laurie halse anderson goodreads health for you. Encyclopedia of greater philadelphia fever 1793 novel. During the summer of 1793, mattie cook lives above the. Rowley is the first medical professional though hes not actually a doctor that treats matildas mother. Fever 1793 2000 is a historical novel by laurie halse anderson. Its late summer 1793, and the streets of philadelphia are abuzz with mosquitoes and rumors of fever. Matilda mattie cook is a fourteenyearold girl living above a coffeehouse in philadelphia with her mother, grandfather a former military man, a parrot named king george, and an orange cat named silas. Also great job relating to the characters in the book, it always makes the book that much more interesting when you can relate to it despite the fact that it takes place in 1793. In a mixed atmosphere of mistrust, fear, and caring, matilda learns to cope with the loss of business, friends, and family. During the 1793 yellow fever epidemic in philadelphia, sixteenyearold mattie cook gains new strengths. Aug 16, 2011 its late summer 1793, and the streets of philadelphia are abuzz with mosquitoes and rumors of fever. But fourteenyearold mattie cook doesnt get a moment to mourn the passing of her childhood playmate.
Mattie spends her days avoiding chores and making plans to turn the family business into the finest philadelphia has ever seen. In a mixed atmosphere of mistrust, fear, and caring, mattie learns to cope with the loss of business, friends, and family. During the 1793 yellow fever epidemic in philadelphia, 5,000 or more people were listed in the official register of deaths between august 1 and november 9. Grandfather said i was a daughter of liberty, a real american girl. Published in 2000, fever 1793 is a young adult novel that tells the story of a. Eliza is free a black woman who works at matildas familys coffeehouse. Fever 1793 fever 1793 audiobook, by laurie halse anderson. For more information about this story, check out our lesson called fever, 1793. Fever 1793 characters from litcharts the creators of sparknotes.
Jasmin ruiz 16 year old mattie cook lives with hard working mother lucille, former captain grandfather and freed slave eliza who serves as there cook. Fourteenyearold mattie cook has just lost her childhood playmate to the fever and struggles to keep her family and her familys business alive. She lives in a coffeehouse that her, her mother, and her grandfather run. If there were antagonist in this novel, lucille, matildas. Fever, 1793 characters study guide by jpacuk includes 20 questions covering vocabulary, terms and more. Fever 1793 kindle edition by anderson, laurie halse, earley. Fever 1793 begins with good historical information for the reader who may not be aware of the situation in philadelphia. Things go well running the coffeehouse until fever breaks out in philadelphia. Now they include polly, the serving girl at the cook coffeehouse. Edwards award for her contribution to young adult literature, and fever 1793 is an american library association best book for young.
In 1793 philadelphia, sixteenyearold matilda cook, separated from her sick mother. Feb 04, 2009 fever 1793 2000 is a historical novel by laurie halse anderson. This book starts out with 14 year old mattie being well a typical 14 year old. The twins robert and william are elizas nephews and josephs sons chapter 22. Grandfather captain william farnsworth cook lucille cook. Down near the docks, many have taken ill, and the fatalities are mounting. During the summer of 1793, mattie cook lives above the family coffee shop. What are some historical facts mentioned in fever 1793. A tale of the revolution, by avi, is another young adult historical novel. The cook family own a business called the cook coffeehouse. William cook of the fifth regiment grandfather polly logan. Fever 1793 by laurie halse anderson plot summary litcharts. Fever 1793 by laurie halse anderson synopsis during the summer of 1793, mattie cook lives above the family coffee shop with her widowed mother and grandfather.
Her title, speak, was named a 2000 printz honor book by the american library association and was a finalist for the 1999 national book award. Eliza, a free black woman, is the coffeehouse cook. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. She is a 14yearold who lives with her mother and grandfather in philadelphia. Mattie would rather daydream about escaping philadelphia, much like blanchards hotair balloon which flew. When a fever starts to spread throughout the town and neighboring towns she will need to grow up fast, especially when her own mother falls ill.