Ilan Ramon: Jewish Star

by Devra Newberger Speregen

Overview

Ilan Ramon was a hero in every sense of the word. As a bold fighter pilot, Air Force colonel in the Israeli military, and payload specialist on the space shuttle Columbia, he was a role model for many young people.

As Israel's first astronaut, he captured the hearts of Jews all around the world and was a national hero and a symbol of hope. This biography celebrates the life of an extraordinary man and pays tribute to his enormous courage.

Devra Newberger Speregen portrays the life of a national hero who brought a sense of hope to his country during the two-week, ill-fated voyage of the space shuttle Columbia.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780827607699
Publisher:	The Jewish Publication Society
Publication date:	02/01/2004
Pages:	120
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x (d)
Age Range:	9 - 12 Years

Editorial Reviews

"This is an engrossing biography."—Association of Jewish Libraries Newsletter

Association of Jewish Libraries Newsletter

"Certain to inspire reverence and admiration for this fallen hero."—Hadassah Magazine

Hadassah Magazine

"This is an engaging, informative, and highly recommended biography that showcases the personal story of a courageous combat pilot, astronaut, devoted husband, and father."—Midwest Book Review

Midwest Book Review