The Split History of World War I (Perspectives Flip Book Series)

by Michael Burgan

Overview

Tensions have been brewing in Europe for years. Finally the 1914 assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria-Hungary sets off four bloody years of war that eventually involved the entire world, including the United States. It will be called the "war to end all wars." Experience it from two opposing perspectives.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780756547004
Publisher:	Capstone
Publication date:	07/01/2013
Series:	Perspectives Flip Book Series
Pages:	64
Product dimensions:	5.70(w) x 8.80(h) x 0.40(d)
Lexile:	990L (what's this?)
Age Range:	10 - 14 Years

About the Author

Michael Burgan has written numerous books for children and young adults during his nearly 20 years as a freelance writer. Many of his books have focused on U.S. history, geography, and the lives of world leaders. Michael has won several awards for his writing, and his graphic novel version of the classic tale Frankenstein (Stone Arch Books) was a Junior Library Guild selection.  Michael graduated from the University of Connecticut with a bachelor’s degree in history. He lives in Santa Fe, New Mexico, with his cat, Callie.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 The Great War Begins 4

Chapter 2 Years of Destruction 9

Chapter 3 Changing Forces 18

Chapter 4 Peace at Last 24

Index 30

Shared Resources

I Glossary Internet Sites

II Timeline

III Select Bibliography

Further Reading

Editorial Reviews

With informative and well-selected photos and maps and concise writing, both volumes give young readers a chance to see these significant events from the points of view of both sides. Whether being used as a supplement to a thematic unit or being enjoyed by young history buffs, both volumes will be an asset to the school library.

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