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Paperback. Zustand: Fair. This book should be in school libraries everywhere. It is a treasure trove of information that is engagingly written . Top 500 Amazon Reviewer Unforgettable History Great Battles for Boys is the best-selling history series that sends young readers into the fight. Learn about military leaders, weapons, and strategies. Want Boys to Read Books? Give them books they WANT to read Filled with amazing historic photographs, maps, and short, powerful chapters, Great Battles for Boys captures the attention of even reluctant readers. History leaps off the page through the blood, sweat, and sacrifice of men at war. Learn how these conflicts shaped the world, and why Freedom isn't free. In this episode, the story opens with Hitler's rise to power in 1930s Germany, followed by his devastating invasion of Poland that launched World War I. In chronological order, the crucial battles storm across Europe and into North Africa, including: The Battle of Britain: Germany's attempt to invade the United KingdomThe Winter War: a tiny tribe of Finish soldiers defeats Stalin's massive Red ArmyThe Battle of Kursk: World's largest tank battle smolders on the Eastern frontNorth Africa: German General Rommel's Afrika Korps almost crush the AlliesInvasion of Sicily: British spies fool the NazisD-Day: the heroic Normandy invasionBattle of the Bulge: Hitler invades Belgium and stuns novice American troopsI strongly recommend this book, particularly to young readers who aren't provided this kind of insight in standard texts. -- Randolph Carter Harrison, retired officer Army Special Forces, former head of media relations, The Boeing Company, and author of West from Yesterday.…

Paperback. Zustand: Good. This book should be in school libraries everywhere. It is a treasure trove of information that is engagingly written . Top 500 Amazon Reviewer Unforgettable History Great Battles for Boys is the best-selling history series that sends young readers into the fight. Learn about military leaders, weapons, and strategies. Want Boys to Read Books? Give them books they WANT to read Filled with amazing historic photographs, maps, and short, powerful chapters, Great Battles for Boys captures the attention of even reluctant readers. History leaps off the page through the blood, sweat, and sacrifice of men at war. Learn how these conflicts shaped the world, and why Freedom isn't free. In this episode, the story opens with Hitler's rise to power in 1930s Germany, followed by his devastating invasion of Poland that launched World War I. In chronological order, the crucial battles storm across Europe and into North Africa, including: The Battle of Britain: Germany's attempt to invade the United KingdomThe Winter War: a tiny tribe of Finish soldiers defeats Stalin's massive Red ArmyThe Battle of Kursk: World's largest tank battle smolders on the Eastern frontNorth Africa: German General Rommel's Afrika Korps almost crush the AlliesInvasion of Sicily: British spies fool the NazisD-Day: the heroic Normandy invasionBattle of the Bulge: Hitler invades Belgium and stuns novice American troopsI strongly recommend this book, particularly to young readers who aren't provided this kind of insight in standard texts. -- Randolph Carter Harrison, retired officer Army Special Forces, former head of media relations, The Boeing Company, and author of West from Yesterday.…

Paperback. Zustand: Good. Want Boys to Read Books? Give them books they WANT to read This book should be in school libraries everywhere. It is a treasure trove of information that is engagingly written that makes one feel they are in a great classroom with a great instructor sharing his knowledge in a fun way. --Top 500 Amazon ReviewerUnforgettable History Great Battles for Boys is the best-selling history series that sends young readers into the fight. Boys learn about the military leaders, weapons, and strategies that won--or lost--the world's most important military battles.Perfect for Reluctant Readers Filled with historic photographs, maps, and short, powerful chapters, Great Battles for Boys captures the attention of even reluctant readers. History leaps off the page through the blood, sweat, and sacrifice of men at war. In this episode of the best-selling series learn about some of America's greatest battles: Bunker Hill: When ragtag colonists fought the mighty British Red Coats--and won.Saratoga: Untrained American militias taught British General Gentleman Johnny Burgoyne a hard lesson.Gettysburg: The devastating slaughter of brother against brother in the Civil War, provoking Lincoln to issue the Emancipation Proclamation.Antietam: The crucial invasion, gone horribly wrong.Vicksburg: One Southern city struggling to survive General U.S. Grant's siege.Little Big Horn: What really happened at Custer's Last Stand?The Alamo: Find out why Texans say, Remember the Alamo San Jacinto: One of the world's shortest battles and a surprise victory that won America its southwestern territory.The Rough Riders: Teddy Roosevelt, medal of honor winner, and the men who took San Juan Hill.The Lost Battalion of WWI: Some of the brave Americans who fought for survival in the Great War.Combining his uniquely conversational style with myriad historical facts, plenty of interesting photos, and lots of fascinating, little-known anecdotes, Joe takes readers behind the scenes and helps them to experience this vitally important chapter in our Nation's history.The Reverend Charles F. Reynolds Chief Warrant Officer 3, USMC, Ret.…

Paperback. Zustand: Fair. This book should be in school libraries everywhere. It is a treasure trove of information that is engagingly written . Top 500 Amazon Reviewer Unforgettable History Great Battles for Boys is the best-selling history series that sends young readers into the fight. Learn about military leaders, weapons, and strategies. Want Boys to Read Books? Give them books they WANT to read Filled with amazing historic photographs, maps, and short, powerful chapters, Great Battles for Boys captures the attention of even reluctant readers. History leaps off the page through the blood, sweat, and sacrifice of men at war. Learn how these conflicts shaped the world, and why Freedom isn't free. In this episode, the story opens with Hitler's rise to power in 1930s Germany, followed by his devastating invasion of Poland that launched World War I. In chronological order, the crucial battles storm across Europe and into North Africa, including: The Battle of Britain: Germany's attempt to invade the United KingdomThe Winter War: a tiny tribe of Finish soldiers defeats Stalin's massive Red ArmyThe Battle of Kursk: World's largest tank battle smolders on the Eastern frontNorth Africa: German General Rommel's Afrika Korps almost crush the AlliesInvasion of Sicily: British spies fool the NazisD-Day: the heroic Normandy invasionBattle of the Bulge: Hitler invades Belgium and stuns novice American troopsI strongly recommend this book, particularly to young readers who aren't provided this kind of insight in standard texts. -- Randolph Carter Harrison, retired officer Army Special Forces, former head of media relations, The Boeing Company, and author of West from Yesterday.…

Paperback. Zustand: Good. This book should be in school libraries everywhere. It is a treasure trove of information that is engagingly written . Top 500 Amazon Reviewer Unforgettable History Great Battles for Boys is the best-selling history series that sends young readers into the fight. Learn about military leaders, weapons, and strategies. Want Boys to Read Books? Give them books they WANT to read Filled with amazing historic photographs, maps, and short, powerful chapters, Great Battles for Boys captures the attention of even reluctant readers. History leaps off the page through the blood, sweat, and sacrifice of men at war. Learn how these conflicts shaped the world, and why Freedom isn't free. In this episode, the story opens with Hitler's rise to power in 1930s Germany, followed by his devastating invasion of Poland that launched World War I. In chronological order, the crucial battles storm across Europe and into North Africa, including: The Battle of Britain: Germany's attempt to invade the United KingdomThe Winter War: a tiny tribe of Finish soldiers defeats Stalin's massive Red ArmyThe Battle of Kursk: World's largest tank battle smolders on the Eastern frontNorth Africa: German General Rommel's Afrika Korps almost crush the AlliesInvasion of Sicily: British spies fool the NazisD-Day: the heroic Normandy invasionBattle of the Bulge: Hitler invades Belgium and stuns novice American troopsI strongly recommend this book, particularly to young readers who aren't provided this kind of insight in standard texts. -- Randolph Carter Harrison, retired officer Army Special Forces, former head of media relations, The Boeing Company, and author of West from Yesterday.…

Paperback. Zustand: Fair. No Jacket. Missing dust jacket; Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. No Jacket. Former library book; May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Paperback. Zustand: As New. No Jacket. Pages are clean and are not marred by notes or folds of any kind. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Paperback. Zustand: Fair. No Jacket. Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Paperback. Zustand: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Paperback. Zustand: Good. No Jacket. Former library book; Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Paperback. Zustand: Fair. No Jacket. Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Paperback. Zustand: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Paperback. Zustand: Good. A terrific, engaging read. Amazon Top-500 reviewerGreat Battles for Boys takes young readers to the front lines of history's most important fights. In this episode of the best-selling history series, the story opens with the Flying Tigers, those wild American soldiers fighting Japan before the bombing of Pearl Harbor. After the deadly surprise attack on Hawaii, the battles storm across the Pacific in the lethal island hopping military strategy that brought Victory Over Japan.How did the Battle of Wake Island turn into The Alamo of the Pacific?Who figured out the first fighter planes take off from ships in the middle of the ocean?Why was the Doolittle Raid considered a suicide mission?How did the young American men survive while fighting on strange and hostile islands such as Guadalcanal, Saipan, and Iwo Jima?Each chapter of the book features dramatic true stories with historic photos, maps, and other awe-inspiring images. Written specifically for boys, with short chapters that get right to the fight, this book is sure to capture the attention of even the most reluctant readers.In Volume II of Great Battles, author Joe Giorello paints a vivid picture of events in WW II's Pacific Theater in a way that can make readers forget they aren't listening to first-hand accounts of the action. Combining his uniquely conversational style with myriad historical facts, plenty of interesting photos, and lots of fascinating, little-known anecdotes, Joe takes readers 'behind the scenes' and helps them to experience this vitally important chapter in our Nation's history. From the dark days following Pearl Harbor to victory ratified aboard the USS Missouri, Giorello covers it all - and never fails to capture the incredible sacrifice, unbelievable courage, and selfless service of America's bravest and finest. A great book with superb additional resources; I give it a 'must read ' -- The Reverend Charles F. Reynolds Chief Warrant Officer 3, USMC, Ret.…

Paperback. Zustand: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Paperback. Zustand: Good. Want Boys to Read Books? Give them books they WANT to read This book should be in school libraries everywhere. It is a treasure trove of information that is engagingly written that makes one feel they are in a great classroom with a great instructor sharing his knowledge in a fun way. --Top 500 Amazon ReviewerUnforgettable History Great Battles for Boys is the best-selling history series that sends young readers into the fight. Boys learn about the military leaders, weapons, and strategies that won--or lost--the world's most important military battles.Perfect for Reluctant Readers Filled with historic photographs, maps, and short, powerful chapters, Great Battles for Boys captures the attention of even reluctant readers. History leaps off the page through the blood, sweat, and sacrifice of men at war. In this episode of the best-selling series learn about some of America's greatest battles: Bunker Hill: When ragtag colonists fought the mighty British Red Coats--and won.Saratoga: Untrained American militias taught British General Gentleman Johnny Burgoyne a hard lesson.Gettysburg: The devastating slaughter of brother against brother in the Civil War, provoking Lincoln to issue the Emancipation Proclamation.Antietam: The crucial invasion, gone horribly wrong.Vicksburg: One Southern city struggling to survive General U.S. Grant's siege.Little Big Horn: What really happened at Custer's Last Stand?The Alamo: Find out why Texans say, Remember the Alamo San Jacinto: One of the world's shortest battles and a surprise victory that won America its southwestern territory.The Rough Riders: Teddy Roosevelt, medal of honor winner, and the men who took San Juan Hill.The Lost Battalion of WWI: Some of the brave Americans who fought for survival in the Great War.Combining his uniquely conversational style with myriad historical facts, plenty of interesting photos, and lots of fascinating, little-known anecdotes, Joe takes readers behind the scenes and helps them to experience this vitally important chapter in our Nation's history.The Reverend Charles F. Reynolds Chief Warrant Officer 3, USMC, Ret.…

Paperback. Zustand: Good. A terrific, engaging read. Amazon Top-500 reviewerGreat Battles for Boys takes young readers to the front lines of history's most important fights. In this episode of the best-selling history series, the story opens with the Flying Tigers, those wild American soldiers fighting Japan before the bombing of Pearl Harbor. After the deadly surprise attack on Hawaii, the battles storm across the Pacific in the lethal island hopping military strategy that brought Victory Over Japan.How did the Battle of Wake Island turn into The Alamo of the Pacific?Who figured out the first fighter planes take off from ships in the middle of the ocean?Why was the Doolittle Raid considered a suicide mission?How did the young American men survive while fighting on strange and hostile islands such as Guadalcanal, Saipan, and Iwo Jima?Each chapter of the book features dramatic true stories with historic photos, maps, and other awe-inspiring images. Written specifically for boys, with short chapters that get right to the fight, this book is sure to capture the attention of even the most reluctant readers.In Volume II of Great Battles, author Joe Giorello paints a vivid picture of events in WW II's Pacific Theater in a way that can make readers forget they aren't listening to first-hand accounts of the action. Combining his uniquely conversational style with myriad historical facts, plenty of interesting photos, and lots of fascinating, little-known anecdotes, Joe takes readers 'behind the scenes' and helps them to experience this vitally important chapter in our Nation's history. From the dark days following Pearl Harbor to victory ratified aboard the USS Missouri, Giorello covers it all - and never fails to capture the incredible sacrifice, unbelievable courage, and selfless service of America's bravest and finest. A great book with superb additional resources; I give it a 'must read ' -- The Reverend Charles F. Reynolds Chief Warrant Officer 3, USMC, Ret.…

Paperback. Zustand: Fair. Spartans Persians Romans Historic warriors who changed the world. But does your son know why these soldiers were fighting?Find out in Great Battles for Boys, the bestselling series that takes young readers to the front lines of the world's most significant clashes. History leaps off the page with short, powerful chapters and plenty of historic imagery, capturing the attention of even reluctant readers.Want boys to read? Give them books they WANT to read In this installment of the bestselling series, boys travel to the ancient world to learn about twelve famous military battles that drastically altered world history. They'll also learn about the notable men who led those battles, including Alexander the Great, Julius Casaer, and William Braveheart Wallace, among many others. Beginning in Ancient Greece and Persia, the battles continue into the Middle Ages-including the Crusades-and conclude with the year 1588 when the Spanish Armada's attemped invasion of England, and the dawn of modern naval warfare. Don't miss the highly acclaimed series for boys that reveals the courage and valor of men in battle, and how their bravery changed the world. Pick up a copy today-and create a reader tomorrow.Praise for the Great Battles for Boys seriesThis book should be in school libraries everywhere. It is a treasure trove of information that is engagingly written that makes one feel they are in a great classroom with a great instructor sharing his knowledge in a fun way.-5 Stars, Amazon Top 500 Reviewer.…

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Spartans Persians Romans Historic warriors who changed the world. But does your son know why these soldiers were fighting?Find out in Great Battles for Boys, the bestselling series that takes young readers to the front lines of the world's most significant clashes. History leaps off the page with short, powerful chapters and plenty of historic imagery, capturing the attention of even reluctant readers.Want boys to read? Give them books they WANT to read In this installment of the bestselling series, boys travel to the ancient world to learn about twelve famous military battles that drastically altered world history. They'll also learn about the notable men who led those battles, including Alexander the Great, Julius Casaer, and William Braveheart Wallace, among many others. Beginning in Ancient Greece and Persia, the battles continue into the Middle Ages-including the Crusades-and conclude with the year 1588 when the Spanish Armada's attemped invasion of England, and the dawn of modern naval warfare. Don't miss the highly acclaimed series for boys that reveals the courage and valor of men in battle, and how their bravery changed the world. Pick up a copy today-and create a reader tomorrow.Praise for the Great Battles for Boys seriesThis book should be in school libraries everywhere. It is a treasure trove of information that is engagingly written that makes one feel they are in a great classroom with a great instructor sharing his knowledge in a fun way.-5 Stars, Amazon Top 500 Reviewer. …

Paperback. Zustand: Good. Spartans Persians Romans Historic warriors who changed the world. But does your son know why these soldiers were fighting?Find out in Great Battles for Boys, the bestselling series that takes young readers to the front lines of the world's most significant clashes. History leaps off the page with short, powerful chapters and plenty of historic imagery, capturing the attention of even reluctant readers.Want boys to read? Give them books they WANT to read In this installment of the bestselling series, boys travel to the ancient world to learn about twelve famous military battles that drastically altered world history. They'll also learn about the notable men who led those battles, including Alexander the Great, Julius Casaer, and William Braveheart Wallace, among many others. Beginning in Ancient Greece and Persia, the battles continue into the Middle Ages-including the Crusades-and conclude with the year 1588 when the Spanish Armada's attemped invasion of England, and the dawn of modern naval warfare. Don't miss the highly acclaimed series for boys that reveals the courage and valor of men in battle, and how their bravery changed the world. Pick up a copy today-and create a reader tomorrow.Praise for the Great Battles for Boys seriesThis book should be in school libraries everywhere. It is a treasure trove of information that is engagingly written that makes one feel they are in a great classroom with a great instructor sharing his knowledge in a fun way.-5 Stars, Amazon Top 500 Reviewer.…

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. No Jacket. Former library book; May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Soft cover. Zustand: Fine. Pages are very clean and bright with no markings. Binding is tight and square. Trivial shelving wear. Overall in excellent condition.

Soft cover. Zustand: Fine. Pages are very clean and bright with no markings. Binding is tight and square. Trivial shelving wear. Overall in excellent condition.

Paperback. Zustand: Good. This was no accident.or was it?Raleigh Harmon just won a coveted science contest, with the chance to compete for a $50,000 college scholarship. Great news, right?Only her goofy aunt drives her to the contest in North Carolina, and as soon as they arrive, Raleigh realizes she's way out of her league. All the competitors are ruthless brainiacs. And she has no idea how to win this contest.That suddenly changes when one of the competitors almost dies--and Raleigh looks like a prime suspect for the attack. With forty-eight hours to solve the science riddle, can Raleigh also pick out the bad guy--or girl--before they escape the island? And what if the bad guy is the boy Raleigh really likes?Stone and Sand is the third book in the Raleigh Harmon prequel mystery series, introducing the girl who will become a forensic geologist and FBI agent--provided she survives the high school years.Praise for the Raleigh Harmon mystery seriesGiorello has won the Christy Award and has received two Pulitzer Prize nominations. When you read this book, you'll see why.--Booklist, Starred ReviewRead her for her wonderfully descriptive prose, her killer plots or her well-drawn characters, but read her. You'll come away enriched in deep and plentiful ways.--The Richmond Times-Dispatch.…

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Spartans Persians Romans Historic warriors who changed the world. But does your son know why these soldiers were fighting?Find out in Great Battles for Boys, the bestselling series that takes young readers to the front lines of the world's most significant clashes. History leaps off the page with short, powerful chapters and plenty of historic imagery, capturing the attention of even reluctant readers.Want boys to read? Give them books they WANT to read In this installment of the bestselling series, boys travel to the ancient world to learn about twelve famous military battles that drastically altered world history. They'll also learn about the notable men who led those battles, including Alexander the Great, Julius Casaer, and William Braveheart Wallace, among many others. Beginning in Ancient Greece and Persia, the battles continue into the Middle Ages-including the Crusades-and conclude with the year 1588 when the Spanish Armada's attemped invasion of England, and the dawn of modern naval warfare. Don't miss the highly acclaimed series for boys that reveals the courage and valor of men in battle, and how their bravery changed the world. Pick up a copy today-and create a reader tomorrow.Praise for the Great Battles for Boys seriesThis book should be in school libraries everywhere. It is a treasure trove of information that is engagingly written that makes one feel they are in a great classroom with a great instructor sharing his knowledge in a fun way.-5 Stars, Amazon Top 500 Reviewer. …

Paperback. Zustand: Fair. Spartans Persians Romans Historic warriors who changed the world. But does your son know why these soldiers were fighting?Find out in Great Battles for Boys, the bestselling series that takes young readers to the front lines of the world's most significant clashes. History leaps off the page with short, powerful chapters and plenty of historic imagery, capturing the attention of even reluctant readers.Want boys to read? Give them books they WANT to read In this installment of the bestselling series, boys travel to the ancient world to learn about twelve famous military battles that drastically altered world history. They'll also learn about the notable men who led those battles, including Alexander the Great, Julius Casaer, and William Braveheart Wallace, among many others. Beginning in Ancient Greece and Persia, the battles continue into the Middle Ages-including the Crusades-and conclude with the year 1588 when the Spanish Armada's attemped invasion of England, and the dawn of modern naval warfare. Don't miss the highly acclaimed series for boys that reveals the courage and valor of men in battle, and how their bravery changed the world. Pick up a copy today-and create a reader tomorrow.Praise for the Great Battles for Boys seriesThis book should be in school libraries everywhere. It is a treasure trove of information that is engagingly written that makes one feel they are in a great classroom with a great instructor sharing his knowledge in a fun way.-5 Stars, Amazon Top 500 Reviewer.…

Paperback. Zustand: Good. Spartans Persians Romans Historic warriors who changed the world. But does your son know why these soldiers were fighting?Find out in Great Battles for Boys, the bestselling series that takes young readers to the front lines of the world's most significant clashes. History leaps off the page with short, powerful chapters and plenty of historic imagery, capturing the attention of even reluctant readers.Want boys to read? Give them books they WANT to read In this installment of the bestselling series, boys travel to the ancient world to learn about twelve famous military battles that drastically altered world history. They'll also learn about the notable men who led those battles, including Alexander the Great, Julius Casaer, and William Braveheart Wallace, among many others. Beginning in Ancient Greece and Persia, the battles continue into the Middle Ages-including the Crusades-and conclude with the year 1588 when the Spanish Armada's attemped invasion of England, and the dawn of modern naval warfare. Don't miss the highly acclaimed series for boys that reveals the courage and valor of men in battle, and how their bravery changed the world. Pick up a copy today-and create a reader tomorrow.Praise for the Great Battles for Boys seriesThis book should be in school libraries everywhere. It is a treasure trove of information that is engagingly written that makes one feel they are in a great classroom with a great instructor sharing his knowledge in a fun way.-5 Stars, Amazon Top 500 Reviewer.…