Guts & Glory: World War II by Ben Thompson audiobook

Guts & Glory: World War II

By Ben Thompson
Read by Aaron Landon and Kiff VandenHeuvel

Little, Brown Young Readers 9780316320597

The Guts & Glory Series: Book 3

Unabridged

Format : Retail CD (In Stock)
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  • $35.00

    ISBN: 9781478911302

Runtime: 8.37 Hours
Category: Nonfiction/History
Audience: Children (8–12)
Language: English
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Summary

Summary

Winner of a 2016 Parents' Choice Silver Honor

Discover legendary commanders, tremendous fights, elite soldiers, and courageous individuals whose deeds truly made the difference in this jaw-dropping guide to the biggest war the world has ever seen.

From massive aerial battles that clouded the skies with planes to deathly secret operations deep behind enemy lines, the events of World War II are some of the most awe-inspiring of all time.

Packed with trivia, epic battles, and amazing illustrations, World War II comes alive for kids like no textbook can in this account from Ben Thompson that's perfect for history buffs and reluctant readers.

Editorial Reviews

Editorial Reviews

The book's greatest strength is its colloquial storytelling.... Thompson's passion for his subject is infectious.... An easy, breezy series opener that should help create a few new history buffs. —Kirkus Reviews
Action-packed.... Thompson adopts an urgent and sometimes humorous tone that conveys infectious enthusiasm.... A rousing introduction to this defining conflict that makes the history appealing and relatable. —Publishers Weekly
Thompson displays a solid knowledge of the Civil War.... He ably covers major battles, campaigns, and figures...mixing informational passages and fact boxes with colorful action sequences. —School Library Journal
An entertaining overview.... What brings these events to life, particularly for reluctant readers, is Thompson's spirited, conversational narration.... Should keep students engaged. —Booklist

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Author

Author Bio: Ben Thompson

Author Bio: Ben Thompson

Ben Thompson is the author of Guts & Glory: The American Civil War, Guts & Glory: The Vikings, and Guts & Glory: World War II. For more than ten years, he has been producing humorous, history-related material, including articles for publications such as Military Times and for organizations like the American Mustache Institute. He is the author of Badass and Badass: The Birth of a Legend.

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Available Formats : Retail CD
Category: Nonfiction/History
Runtime: 8.37
Audience: Children (8–12)
Language: English

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