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Lincoln's Grave Robbers (2012) 700 eksemplarer

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Guys Read: True Stories (2014) — Bidragyder — 179 eksemplarer

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I like that Sheinkin made this engaging enough to hold a teen's attention (primarily from first hand accounts from those involved) without resorting to childish gimmicks - I'd have no problem handing this to an adult that wants a quick, suspenseful primer on the development of the atomic bomb and the start of the cold war. He really humanized the scientists that developed it and the spies that betrayed its secrets. It was a fascinating look into the world of espionage.
 
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sloth852 | 166 andre anmeldelser | Mar 13, 2024 |
I love that Sheinkin keeps an accessible tone for younger readers without talking down to them - I appreciate his respect for his readers. I really didn't know much about Benedict Arnold before reading this book, and I now have a much more complete picture of both his positive contributions (and there were many) and why he eventually betrayed Washington. I like that Sheinkin strives to humanize him while still holding him accountable for his wrongs.
 
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sloth852 | 41 andre anmeldelser | Mar 13, 2024 |
Another great nonfiction book for young readers. Sheinkin delivers a fast paced account of the Cold War that culminates in the Cuban Missile Crisis. As always he engages young readers with a compelling read. Highly recommended!
 
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AnnesLibrary | 7 andre anmeldelser | Jan 28, 2024 |
This book took me off guard, while it had excellent reviews, the subject matter was one that kind of creeped me out. what I was not expecting was a book that was exciting to read and insightful enough to make me not be quite so close minded about the building of the atomic bomb. while I still obviously find the atomic bomb a horrific part of history, and this book does to, I have a much better understanding of the historical context that caused the scientists to be willing to pursue such a tragic plan of action.… (mere)
 
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