The Great Storm: The Hurricane Diary of J.T. King: Galveston, Texas, 1900

In September 1900, a teenage boy named J.T. King records his experiences in a diary as a massive hurricane slams into Galveston, Texas, destroying homes and lives. The diary entries capture the terrifying power of the storm, the desperate attempts of survivors to find shelter, and the chaotic rescue efforts that follow in its wake. Through J.T.'s personal account, readers get a firsthand view of the tragedy and resilience of a coastal community confronting disaster. The narrative blends historical detail with the intimate perspective of a young resident caught in one of America's deadliest natural catastrophes.