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While the author addresses a complex and difficult topic in less than 40 pages, his treatment is surprisingly focused and absorbing. . . While much of the text is matter-of-fact, there is an emotionally charged tone that takes over whenever the author describes the treatment of the victims, as if he understands that he has limited opportunity to create a lasting impact on readers. Accompanying historical photographs are generally well placed and of decent quality. While this book is far from comprehensive, it provides an adequate and serious introduction to the Holocaust, one that would hopefully spark young people to continue their research of the topic.

The book excels for its depiction of the personal impact of the destruction. The series is visually appealing and highly readable. These titles make first-rate alternatives to the numerous same-topic volumes available for this audience. Supported by frequent, relevant photographs and maps, as well as generous lists of recent and classic multimedia resources, both books combine absorbing narratives with sharp cause-and-effect analyses. While the author addresses a complex and difficult topic in less than 40 pages, his treatment is surprisingly focused and absorbing. . . While much of the text is matter-of-fact, there is an emotionally charged tone that takes over whenever the author describes the treatment of the victims, as if he understands that he has limited opportunity to create a lasting impact on readers. Accompanying historical photographs are generally well placed and of decent quality. While this book is far from comprehensive, it provides an adequate and serious introduction to the Holocaust, one that would hopefully spark young people to continue their research of the topic.

The series is visually appealing and highly readable. The book excels for its depiction of the personal impact of the destruction. These titles make first-rate alternatives to the numerous same-topic volumes available for this audience. Supported by frequent, relevant photographs and maps, as well as generous lists of recent and classic multimedia resources, both books combine absorbing narratives with sharp cause-and-effect analyses. While the author addresses a complex and difficult topic in less than 40 pages, his treatment is surprisingly focused and absorbing. . . While much of the text is matter-of-fact, there is an emotionally charged tone that takes over whenever the author describes the treatment of the victims, as if he understands that he has limited opportunity to create a lasting impact on readers. Accompanying historical photographs are generally well placed and of decent quality. While this book is far from comprehensive, it provides an adequate and serious introduction to the Holocaust, one that would hopefully spark young people to continue their research of the topic.

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