{"product_id":"peters-war-isbn-9780823424160","title":"Peter's War","description":"\u003cb\u003eThe harrowing true story of a German-Jewish boy who had to survive World War II on his own, separated from his parents as they fled the Holocaust.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn 1942, as twelve-year-old Peter Feigl and his family tried to disappear in the Southern Zone of France, his parents were arrested. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThey had been constantly on the run for years, as Hitler consolidated power and overran Europe. Peter and his family fled from Germany to Czechoslovakia, then Austria, Belgium, and finally France. They were desperate to stay one step ahead of the Nazis and their concentration camps. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBut suddenly, Peter was alone: a spirited child coming of age in hiding during the worst war in modern history. This book follows his incredible journey for survival, and his efforts as a secret resistance fighter. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBeautifully illustrated in a scrapbook style, featuring original artwork alongside historical photographs from Peter's early life, this one-of-a-kind nonfiction picture book offers a very personal look into the lives of young people trying to evade-- and resist-- the Nazis.  Excerpts and images from Peter's diary of those years add irreplaceable, first-hand details to the account of his survival. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe acclaimed nonfiction duo of Karen Gray Ruelle and Deborah Durland DeSaix, creators of \u003ci\u003eHidden on the Mountain \u003c\/i\u003eand\u003ci\u003e The Grand Mosque of Paris\u003c\/i\u003e, have crafted an enthralling account, filled with meticulous research and informed by the authors' own interviews with Feigl. Accessible and detailed, this will inspire young readers and offer a new perspective on a frequently studied era of history.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFeaturing more than ten pages of supplementary backmatter-- including an epilogue, extensive historical notes, a wealth of recommendations for further reading, and a comprehensive list of sources and credits-- \u003ci\u003ePeter's War \u003c\/i\u003eis a masterful resource, and an incredible, unforgettable true story.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eA Bank Street Best Children's Book of the Year!\u003c\/b\u003e★ \"This affecting compilation will help young readers put a human face on an unfathomable tragedy, as Peter's personality shines through in his writing. This accessible tribute is an important addition to children's Holocaust literature.\"—\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBooklist\u003c\/i\u003e, Starred Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This is a valuable addition to the shelves of Holocaust literature, highlighting both the single-minded determination of the Germans and the heroic efforts of one French community. . . . An important, well-written account of survival against overwhelming odds.\"\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e—Kirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e   \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"this is an important primary source story of a young refugee during World War II.\"\u003cb\u003e —\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\"In this beautifully designed book . . .  events come to life through period photographs juxtaposed with De Saix’s luminous watercolor illustrations to convey the emotions of persecuted Jews. . . . There’s a lot to absorb here, but the authors keep the text simple and clear\"—\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eALJ News and Reviews\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003eKaren Gray Ruelle is a former librarian turned full-time author and illustrator of children's books. Her books include the Harry and Emily easy readers, as well as picture books and nonfiction. \u003ci\u003eHidden on the Mountain\u003c\/i\u003e, cowritten with Deborah Durland DeSaix, was a Sydney Taylor Notable Book and received a starred review from \u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e. She lives in New York City.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDeborah Durland DeSaix is a former college professor who now devotes her time to painting, ceramics, and writing. \u003ci\u003eHidden on the Mountain\u003c\/i\u003e, cowritten with Karen Gray Ruelle, was a Sydney Taylor Notable Book and received a starred review from \u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e. She lives in Lisbon, Portugal.","brand":"Holiday House","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46300900688101,"sku":"NP9780823424160","price":18.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780823424160.jpg?v=1742921959","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/peters-war-isbn-9780823424160","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}