The Greatest Treasure Hunt in History: The Story of the Monuments Men (Scholastic Focus): The Story of the Monuments Men

About this book

Robert M. Edsel brings the story of his #1 New York Times bestseller for adults The Monuments Men to young readers for the first time in this dynamic, narrative nonfiction project packed with photos.

As the most destructive war in history ravaged Europe, many of the world's most cherished cultural objects were in harm's way. The Greatest Treasure Hunt in History recounts the astonishing true story of 11 men and one woman who risked their lives amidst the bloodshed of World War II to preserve churches, libraries, monuments, and works of art that for centuries defined the heritage of Western civilization. As the war raged, these American and British volunteers — museum curators, art scholars and educators, architects, archivists, and artists, known as the Monuments Men — found themselves in a desperate race against time to locate and save the many priceless treasures and works of art stolen by Adolf Hitler and the Nazis.

Reviews

Praise for The Greatest Treasure Hunt in History:

* "With precise details, incredible adventure, and mounting intensity... these amazing stories from history not only depict true heroes but encourage readers to question the value of art throughout humanity and civilization. Monumental, indeed." -- Booklist, starred review

"Help[s] breathe life into these scholarly -- and highly driven -- men... Richly engaging and highly informative." -- Kirkus Reviews

"Fascinating." -- School Library Connection