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The War to End All Wars: World War I

Russell Freedman
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The War to End All Wars: World War I

Nonfiction | Book | Middle Grade | Published in 2010

Book Brief

Russell Freedman

The War to End All Wars: World War I

Nonfiction | Book | Middle Grade | Published in 2010
Book Details
Pages

192

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

Europe • 1910s

Publication Year

2010

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

Lexile Level

1220L

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Super Short Summary

The War to End All Wars: World War I by Russell Freedman is a non-fiction book that introduces teenage readers to the complexities of World War I, detailing the political tensions and alliances in Europe leading up to the war, the gruesome trench warfare, and the significant battles and events. It also covers the war’s aftermath and its link to World War II, supplemented with maps and contemporary photographs. The book discusses graphic depictions of wartime violence and trauma.

Informative

Dark

Melancholic

Challenging

Contemplative

Reviews & Readership

4.2

1,215 ratings

71%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Russell Freedman's The War to End All Wars: World War I offers a compelling and detailed account suitable for younger readers. It is praised for its engaging narrative, extensive research, and historical accuracy. However, some critics argue that the intense subject matter might be overwhelming for its intended audience. Overall, it is a valuable educational resource.

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Who Should Read The War to End All Wars: World War I?

Readers who enjoy The War to End All Wars: World War I by Russell Freedman are typically middle and high school students fascinated by historical events, especially World War I. Fans of Truce: The Day the Soldiers Stopped Fighting by Jim Murphy or Flesh & Blood So Cheap by Albert Marrin will find this book equally engaging and informative.

4.2

1,215 ratings

71%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

192

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

Europe • 1910s

Publication Year

2010

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

Lexile Level

1220L

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