Voices of World War I: Stories from the Trenches

by Ann Heinrichs

Overview

Can you imagine shooting down 26 German planes? Or how about organizing an all-female battalion? These were everyday events for people during World War I. Experience their triumphs and defeats first-hand as you read about an American fighter pilot, a Russian peasant, a German submarine commander, and more.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781429656269
Publisher:	Capstone
Publication date:	07/01/2010
Series:	Cavendish Voices of War Series
Pages:	32
Product dimensions:	7.30(w) x 10.80(h) x 0.40(d)
Lexile:	750L (what's this?)
Age Range:	8 - 14 Years

About the Author

Ann Heinrichs grew up in Fort Smith, Arkansas, and lives in Chicago. She is the author of more that one hundred books for children and young adults on Asian, African, and U.S. history and culture. Ann has also written numerous newspaper, magazine, and encyclopedia articles. She is an award-winning martial artist, specializing in t’ai chi empty-hand and sword forms. Ann has traveled widely throughout the United States, Africa, Asia, and the Middle East. In exploring each state for this series, she rediscovered the people, history, and resources that make this a great land, as well as the concerns we share with people around the world.

Table of Contents

The War to End All Wars 4

Captain Eddie Rickenbacker: America's Ace Pilot 6

Maria Botchkareva: Russian Peasant 10

Kande Kamara: African Warrior 14

Arthur Empey: American Soldier in Great Britain 18

Adolf von Spiegel: German U-Boat Commander 22

Peace at Last 26

Glossary 29

Bibliography 30

Read More 31

Internet Sites 31

Index 32

Editorial Reviews

These slim volumes with low-level vocabulary personalize war. They present many aspects of the conflicts, including the emotions involved, the harsh conditions under which the military fought, and the fierce determination to support a cause. Each book starts with a chapter explaining the origin of the conflict and ends with a chapter that explains the resolution of the war. Chapters highlighting individuals who were involved are written in a style that gives immediacy to historic events. Some chapters contain primary quotations, but most chapters are in narrative format. People on both sides of the conflict are represented, as are minorities. The books are attractive and eye-catching with colorful drawings and b&w photographs. Suitable for hi/lo reading at the high school level, this series is primarily geared toward upper elementary and middle school students. Glossary. Index. Recommended.

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