The Holocaust: The Origins, Events, and Remarkable Tales of Survival: The Origins, Events, and Remarkable Tales of Survival
About this book
A detailed new look at one of history’s darkest events, with dramatic photographs and heroic eyewitness accounts.
During World War II, six million Jewish men, women, and children lost their lives under the Nazis, in one of the darkest events of modern history. The Holocaust: The Origins, Events, and Remarkable Tales of Survival is a thought-provoking new book that explores the complex reasons behind what led to the Holocaust, examines what life was like in concentration camps, and retells incredible stories of heroism in a sensitive and accessible way for a young audience.
Featuring full-colour contemporary illustrations, maps and charts, and historical photographs, this beautiful large format book will appeal to parents and teachers who want to introduce this subject to young readers. Eyewitness accounts and real-life stories of loss, courage, and survival bring a humanity and immediacy to the facts and images, making The Holocaust a compelling and invaluable read for a new generation.
Reviews
Praise for The Holocaust: The Origins, Events, and Remarkable Tales of Survival:"A broad but detailed overview of the Holocaust... presented in a conversational and accessible tone." -- School Library Journal
"Age-appropriate and frank... will especially resonate with preadolescent audiences, making this a fitting resource for a first exposure to the topic." -- Booklist
"The photographs of individuals and artifacts create a museum-like experience as the reader learns about this devastating period in history, and is especially fitting for first-time learners about the Holocaust." -- School Library Connection
