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More copies of this ISBNThis title in other editionsThe Boy Who Daredby Susan Ca Bartoletti
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This powerful novel from Newbery Honor winner Susan Campbell Bartoletti tells the story of Helmuth Hubener, who takes it upon himself to stand up to the government and reveal the truth when he realizes that the Nazi regime has been lying to its citizens. The Boy Who Dared, which is based on a true story, has been nominated for the NCTE award for best historical or realistic fiction. It is an unforgettable and compelling read. Synopses & ReviewsPublisher Comments:A Newbery Honor Book author has written a powerful and gripping novel about a youth in Nazi Germany who tells the truth about Hitler Bartoletti has taken one episode from her Newbery Honor Book, HITLER YOUTH, and fleshed it out into thought-provoking novel. When 16-year-old Helmut Hubner listens to the BBC news on an illegal short-wave radio, he quickly discovers Germany is lying to the people. But when he tries to expose the truth with leaflets, he's tried for treason. Sentenced to death and waiting in a jail cell, Helmut's story emerges in a series of flashbacks that show his growth from a naive child caught up in the patriotism of the times , to a sensitive and mature young man who thinks for himself. Synopsis:Bartoletti has taken one episode from her Newbery Honor Book "Hitler Youth" and fleshed it out into thought-provoking novel, telling the story of a 16-year-old German youth who dared to stand up against the Nazis. What Our Readers Are SayingBe the first to add a comment for a chance to win!Product Details
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